What is a SOCKS5 proxy
SOCKS5 is a modern type of proxy protocol that operates at a lower network level than HTTP(S) proxies. It is not limited by traffic type, which makes it ideal for complex tasks ranging from farming and automation to bypassing filters and connecting through anti‑detect browsers.
How a SOCKS5 proxy works
In contrast to an HTTP proxy, a SOCKS5 proxy does not process the traffic — it simply forwards it to the desired IP and port, preserving full transparency and control.
Advantages of SOCKS5
- 🔒 Any type of traffic — it works with HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, FTP, Torrent and non‑standard protocols.
- 🧠 No interference with data — SOCKS5 doesn’t modify headers or cache content. This makes it perfect for sensitive tasks (anti‑detect, multi‑accounting).
- 🌍 Flexible targeting — supports GEO, ASN and provider selection — see more about filters.
- 🧩 Integration with anti‑detect browsers — used in solutions such as Octo, Dolphin, Incogniton and others — Connection guide.
- 🔐 Authentication support — you can configure access using
ip:port:user:pass, or use a session via the API.
When to use SOCKS5 proxies
| Application scenario | Does SOCKS5 fit? |
|---|---|
| Account farming | ✅ Yes |
| Arbitrage & working with creatives | ✅ Yes |
| Scraping (site parsing) | ✅ Yes |
| Email campaigns (SMTP, IMAP) | ✅ Yes |
| Torrents, P2P, VoIP | ✅ Yes |
| Browsing websites | 🟡 Possible, but HTTP(S) is better |
| Payments and sessions in personal cabinets | 🟡 Possible limitations with unstable IP |
How to choose the connection type
In Mango Proxy you can choose the required protocol when generating proxies:
- SOCKS5 — for automation, anti‑detect and non‑standard tasks.
- HTTP(S) — for browsing, scraping and web interactions. More about HTTP(S)
👉 Where to set the connection protocol: see Proxy setup
Summary
| Parameter | SOCKS5 |
|---|---|
| Types of traffic | All |
| Speed | High |
| Security | High (no data modification) |
| Anti‑detect integration | Ideal compatibility |
| Setup in Mango Proxy | Choose during generation |
SOCKS5 proxies from Mango Proxy provide:
- 📡 IP rotation on demand, by time or manually
- 🌐 GEO, ASN targeting
- 💼 Compatibility with any browsers and bots
- 🔧 API for flexible configuration
- 🚀 High speed and stability
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