How to use proxies to automate tasks and bots

Internet Bot — a special program that automatically and/or on a scheduled basis performs certain actions via interfaces designed for user interaction with websites, web services, computer games, entertainment portals, online stores, and so on.

Internet bots can perform a wide variety of tasks: from collecting information to communicating with people. They can operate in social networks, messengers, forums, chats, and other places where people interact with each other.

A bot can answer user questions, provide information, assist in problem-solving, or simply keep a conversation going. For example, a bot in a social network can respond to user requests about the weather, exchange rates, or news.

Internet bots are also used for process automation. For example, a bot can automatically place orders for goods in online stores or send messages at a specific time.

Types of Bots

Web Scraping Bots Automatically scan websites and collect information from them. They can be used for competitor analysis, price monitoring, data collection for research, etc.

SEO Monitoring Bots Track a website’s position in search engine results and analyze ranking changes. They help optimize content and improve site visibility in search engines.

Transactional Bot Automatically executes transactions on a website. Can be used to order goods, book tickets, pay bills, etc.

Social Media Automation Bot Publishes content, responds to comments and messages, monitors subscriber activity, and so on. Helps save time and improve efficiency in social media management.

Price Aggregator Bot Compares prices for goods or services across different websites and provides the user with the best available offer.

Video Game Bot Plays games instead of a human. Can be used for game testing, developing game strategies, or simply for entertainment.

Ticket Bots Search for and purchase tickets for various events (airline and train tickets, concerts, etc.). They help users quickly find and buy the necessary tickets without spending time searching and placing orders manually.

Anti-Bot Systems – The Problem of Bot Usage

Anti-bot systems are software tools used to detect and block internet bots. They can be installed on websites or servers to protect against abuse by bots.

Anti-bot systems may use different methods to determine whether a user is human or a bot. Some of them include CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart), which requires the user to complete certain tasks that are difficult to automate.

Most anti-bot systems block IPs associated with bot traffic. IP blocking can be temporary or permanent, depending on the severity of the site’s or service’s rules violation.

What Problem Does a Proxy Solve for Bots?

A bot proxy allows you to hide the bot’s real IP address and replace it with another one. This is done to reduce the likelihood of the bot being blocked by websites or services that can track and block IP addresses used for automated actions.

When a bot uses a proxy, it connects to the internet via an intermediate server (proxy server), which acts as a middleman between the bot and the target website or service. The proxy server receives requests from the bot, modifies them so they appear as if coming from another IP address (belonging to the proxy server), and then sends these requests to the target site or service. Responses from the target site or service also pass through the proxy server and are returned to the bot.

Using a proxy allows the bot to hide its real IP address and reduce the chance of being blocked. This is especially important for bots that perform automated actions on multiple different sites or services, as each of these may have its own IP-blocking policies.

Why Free Proxies Are Not Suitable

Free proxy servers are usually not suitable for internet bots for several reasons:

1. Low speed. Free proxies often have limited bandwidth and can slow down the bot’s performance.
2. Instability. They can disconnect without warning, causing bot operation failures.
3. Security. Free proxies can be unsafe, as they are often used for illegal activities such as spam or hacking.
4. Restrictions. Many websites block access from free proxies to prevent abuse.

What About Belurk?

We offer proxy rental services specifically designed for working with internet bots.

1. High speed. Belurk proxy servers provide high data transfer rates, enabling bots to operate quickly and efficiently.
2. Reliability. The service guarantees stable proxy server performance, which is essential for uninterrupted bot operation.
3. Security. Belurk uses only verified and secure proxy servers, reducing the risk of data leaks or other security threats.
4. Flexibility. Users can choose a proxy server that best meets their needs, including geographic location, protocol type, and other parameters.
5. Support. Belurk offers quality customer support to help resolve any issues or questions related to proxy usage.

Using Belurk’s paid proxy servers can significantly improve bot performance, ensuring high speed, reliability, and security.

Setting Up a Proxy for a Bot

Step 1: Configure the bot with a proxy To get started, configure the bot using proxies provided by your chosen provider.

• Go to the application settings (Menu Program → Settings → Network tab).
• Check the box Use proxy.
• Click Edit list and open the system text editor (e.g., Notepad).
• Enter the list of proxies you want to use, one proxy address per line.
• Save the file and return to Settings.
• If necessary, change the proxy type and delay.
• Save the settings by clicking Save.

Step 2: Test the settings Before launching campaigns, it is recommended to thoroughly test the settings. This will help ensure the bot works correctly and avoid possible errors.

Step 3: Monitor and change proxies Monitor proxy server performance and replace them as needed to maintain optimal performance and avoid detection by websites.

Step 4: Add accounts To add accounts to the program, use a file in the following format: login,password,phone number,proxy The phone number is not used, but the comma is required.

Step 5: Edit the proxy list To edit the proxy list, simply modify the file directly (path: WhereYouExtractedTheBot/data/proxies.txt) and save it.