Why do I need a high stash of proxy IPs for live streaming?
The most fearful situation encountered when doing overseas live broadcasting is that the account is suddenly blocked, and many anchors find that the platform can still accurately identify them even if they have changed their equipment or network. This is because the platform will passIP Address Correlation Behavioral DataOnce multiple account activities are detected under the same IP, the wind control mechanism will be triggered.
Case in point: a game anchor used a home network to start broadcasting, due to the audience volume surge caused the IP was labeled as "commercial use", the next day the account was restricted. The next day, his account was blocked. After he switched to a normal proxy IP, his account was blocked again due to repeated use of the IP by multiple people.
Difference between a high stash agent and a regular agent
There are three categories of common agents on the market:
typology | Degree of anonymity | Applicable Scenarios |
---|---|---|
Transparent Agent | Revealing the real IP | Basic data collection |
General anonymous | Hide IP but keep proxy features | Simple Web Access |
High Stash Agents | Fully simulated home network | Live streaming/account operation |
ipipgo's high stash of residential IPs comes directly from home broadband and is generated every time you connectStand-alone Internet environment, live streaming platforms can only see the network characteristics of the average home user.
Key Steps to Build an Anti-Blocking Proxy Pool
1. Multi-region IP mixingSelect 3-5 mainstream regional IPs (e.g., U.S. East and West Coasts, Texas, Florida) and get them in bulk through ipipgo's regional filtering function.
2. Dynamic rotation mechanism: It is recommended to change IPs 2-3 times per live broadcast, once before the start/intermission/end of the broadcast, and pay attention to keep the same region where the IP belongs to.
3. Device fingerprint isolation: Each IP is fixedly bound to a dedicated device, avoiding multiple devices sharing the same IP.
A practical guide to avoiding the pit
- Don't use the server room IPOverseas platforms have strict wind control over data center IPs. ipipgo's residential IP library contains 90 million+ home IPs, with real-time updates on availability.
- Pay attention to IP purity: Verify in advance with ipipgo's IP inspection tool to ensure that the target IP has not been used for live streaming services in the past 24 hours.
- Controlling network fluctuationsEnable TCP/UDP dual-protocol support to cut alternate lines in seconds when network interruption occurs during live broadcasting.
Frequently Asked Questions QA
Q: Will using a proxy IP cause the live stream to lag?
A: Lagging mainly depends on two points: 1) the network quality of the IP service provider, ipipgo deployed 78 transit nodes in the world; 2) whether the correct configuration protocol, it is recommended that the video push flow with Socks5 protocol
Q: How can I tell if an agent is really high stash?
A: Openipipgo anonymous detection page, see if the X-Forwarded-For and Via fields are shown as empty
Q: Can I continue to use a device that has been blocked?
A: Three steps are needed to deal with: 1) Restore factory settings; 2) Replace the MAC address; 3) Operate account security verification when logging in for the first time with the new IP of ipipgo
Long-term maintenance strategy
It is recommended to update the IP pool of 20% weekly and completely change the IP segments once a month. Through ipipgo's API interface, you can set up automatic elimination of IPs that have been in use for more than 50 hours and replenish fresh residential IPs. 3-5 spare IPs are warmed up in advance before the live broadcasting peak period, so that they can be switched immediately in case of unexpected blocking.