> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.proxidize.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.proxidize.com/getting-started/quick-start-with-proxidize-proxies.md). # Quick Start with Proxidize Proxies A step-by-step walkthrough from choosing a plan to getting your credentials, connecting, and testing your first Proxidize proxy. This guide walks you from a new account to a working proxy, step by step.\ Each step links to a deeper guide if you want more detail. ### 1. Choose your product *** First, decide whether you need Mobile or Residential proxies: * **Mobile Proxies:** U.S. mobile IPs. Best for ad verification, SEO Monitoring or any workflows that need Mobile IPs. United States only. * **Residential Proxies:** Premium residential ISP IPs across 195+ countries. Best for global scraping, monitoring, and geo-targeted work. Not sure? See [Choose Between Mobile and Residential Proxies](/getting-started/choose-between-mobile-and-residential-proxies.md). ### 2. Pick a plan *** * **Mobile** comes as **Per Proxy** or **Per GB**. * **Per Proxy** gives you a dedicated proxy with full rotation controls. Best for when you need a more predictable cost and a known monthly expense instead of paying per GB where your bill may fluctuate * **Per GB** gives you usage-based access to the shared pool. Best for scale. * **Residential** is **Per GB** only. Learn how the plans differ in [Mobile Proxies](/proxidize-proxies/mobile-proxies.md) and [Residential Proxies](/proxidize-proxies/residential-pergb.md). ### 3. Create your account and subscribe *** Create an account at [app.proxidize.com](https://app.proxidize.com), then subscribe to your chosen plan. Your purchase completes right away. Your proxies work once your one-time verification is approved: KYC if you are buying as an individual, or KYB if you are buying as a company. see [Verification](/account-and-billing/verification.md) for more details. If you need help buying, see [Billing and Subscriptions](/account-and-billing/billing-and-subscriptions.md). ### 4. Get your proxy credentials *** All your proxies live in one dashboard at [app.proxidize.com](https://app.proxidize.com). On **Per Proxy**, click the copy button next to your chosen protocol — **HTTP** or **SOCKS5**. On **Per GB**, find your proxies in the **Formatted Proxy List** section. Proxies come in one of these formats: * `IP:Port:Username:Password` * `Username:Password@IP:Port` Credentials are generated automatically and stay valid even when the IP changes. See [Setting Up Your Proxidize Proxies](/getting-started/setting-up-your-proxidize-proxies.md) for the full walkthrough. ### 5. Connect your proxy *** Add your proxy to a browser, phone, script, or automation tool. {% hint style="warning" %} Proxy traffic can only reach destination ports `80` and `443`. {% endhint %} The [Setting Up Your Proxidize Proxies](/getting-started/setting-up-your-proxidize-proxies.md) guide covers the main setup methods, including browser-based and tool-based workflows. ### 6. Test the connection *** Confirm the proxy works by checking that the IP it returns is different from your own. The easiest option is the Proxidize Proxy Extension. You can also run a quick command-line test. Both methods are covered in [Setting Up Your Proxidize Proxies](/getting-started/setting-up-your-proxidize-proxies.md). ### 7. Start small, then scale *** Run a small test first. Start with a few requests from one location, and confirm everything works before increasing volume. This makes it easier to catch configuration issues early. ### Need a hand? Some website categories, such as financial services, HR and recruitment, and consumer-review sites, are only available after business verification. See How to Complete KYB Verification. Destination ports other than 80 and 443 aren't available on any plan or verification level. For anything else, reach the team through live chat at [app.proxidize.com](https://app.proxidize.com) or email . --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. 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