How do Residential proxies work?

samratfkt

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Hello, I am a bit confused about how the proxy provider is giving residential broadband proxies and mobile proxies without facing any legal issues.

What if someone does any illegal stuff using their IP? As it is residential/mobile, the owner will be solely responsible for the crimes committed through the IPs.

Also, is there any demand for Indian IPs? (Residential)

 

turelink

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very cheap for Indian IPs

 

ADSEO9900

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I am also confused about that

 

samratfkt

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turelink said:

very cheap for Indian IPs

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Yes, That's why I am not starting to sell. As I can see you are also doing the proxy business. How is your experience?

 

samratfkt

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ADSEO9900 said:

I am also confused about that

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Yes, I think doing proxy business is very complicated; we need to do full KYC of the customers as the big giants do, like bright data and all. I don't know how will user accept this if I implement KYC into a new website.

 

phucxuanvinh

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Yes, I see that proxy providers always warn against using their proxies for fraud or illegal activities. This means they still face potential legal issues, but as providers, it might be easier for them to navigate legal challenges.

 

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caseyto1

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in a case I can see you are also doing the proxy business. How is your experience?.

 

IPFighter Global

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Residential and mobile proxies work by using real devices, like someone’s home Wi-Fi or a phone, to route internet traffic. Proxy providers usually make deals where people agree to share their internet in exchange for things like free apps, discounts, or other small perks.
As for the legal side, providers cover themselves with terms of service that basically say, “If you do something illegal, that’s on you”. Some also keep logs to cooperate with authorities if something goes wrong. It’s a bit like letting someone borrow your car and hoping they follow the rules, except this time it’s the internet and the borrower is a stranger.

 

Proxy Cake

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The provider isn't liable for the illegal actions a user takes. Just like Facebook isn't responsible for something illegal that happens on their platform

 

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okayvpn

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Residential IPs come from different sources. Some may be rented specifically for use as proxies, which is legal. Pools of millions of IPs generally have suspicious origins.