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Migrate to IPRoyal Without Rewriting Your Code
Switching proxy providers doesn't mean starting over from scratch. Here's what changes when you switch to IPRoyal - and what doesn't.
Compare IPRoyal to Other Proxy Providers
See how IPRoyal stacks up against some of the biggest names in the industry
Red Flags When Comparing Proxy Providers
Hidden Fees
Watch for charges that surface only after signup. Many providers add surcharges for setup costs, per-IP surcharges for city or ISP targeting, minimum monthly commitments, and early cancellation fees. Your final bill will rarely match the per-GB entry price
Traffic that expires
Monthly quotas often mean your unused data disappears at the end of the billing cycle. While it’s fine for steady consumption, it does penalize irregular work, and you’ll have to pay for the same traffic several times
Throttled tiers
Many cheap entry plans slow connections or cap concurrent sessions without stating it upfront. A low starting price means little if throughput limits stretch the same job several times over the initial estimate
No published uptime
The absence of success rate, response time, or uptime figures on a provider's site is a sign to be wary of. These are testable claims, and providers who don't publish them are usually the ones whose numbers wouldn't help
Why teams choose IPRoyal
- Transparent pricing
- Global coverage
- Transparent IP sourcing
- Simple dashboard
- No throttling
- Real support
What Our Customers Say
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IPRoyal offers exceptional proxy services with a wide range of IPs that make testing, search functions, and accessing geo-specific data incredibly efficient. I use this daily and appreciate the consistent performance, availability of proxies from numerous global locations, and the ease of setup. Their pricing structure is also competitive, offering excellent value for the quality of service.
Greg D.
President
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I have been using IPRoyal since 2023, and I am thoroughly impressed with their service. The platform is reliable, efficient, and consistently delivers high-quality performance. Whether it's their proxy solutions or customer support, they have exceeded my expectations. IPRoyal has become an indispensable part of my work, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for dependable proxy services.
Cindy
Manager
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IPRoyal has worked well for social media management, especially managing our clients' LinkedIn content and accounts. It's easy to implement / install the extension and to use and customer support has been quick to respond. We use this daily but keep switching it on / off as needed while also changing locations as necessary. Very happy so far. I recommend you try out their lowest pay as you go package to test it out and see for yourself.
Nicolas V.
Managing Director
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose between proxy providers?
Know your scale, target locations, use cases, required success rates, and other factors that are important to your project. Also, look for clear uptime guarantees and reliable support. Once you find one you like, take a test drive with a small purchase or a free trial before committing.
What should I look for when comparing proxy pricing?
Don’t take the base per-GB rate at face value. Watch out for hidden setup fees, location targeting surcharges, and minimum monthly commitments. Also, check the expiration policies so you can get the best deal if you’re dealing with irregular workloads.
How easy is it to switch from my current provider?
Switching is simple because most modern providers use standard protocols. With IPRoyal, you just swap your existing proxy credentials and endpoints in your code or software.
Which proxy type do I need?
Residential proxies are useful for web scraping more secure websites; datacenter proxies are great for SEO tools and bulk requests; mobile proxies work best for app testing and social media; ISP proxies are great for maintaining the same identity for extended periods.
Can I test IPRoyal before committing?
Yes. You can choose one of the pay-as-you-go plans with no minimum monthly commitments, which allows you to start small before scaling up.
What happens to my unused traffic if I switch?
IPRoyal residential proxy traffic never expires. You keep every GB you buy, so even if you switch, you’ll be able to use the remaining traffic at your convenience.