Socks5 vs HTTP proxies - when do I actually use which?

invalid@example.com (Script), Script
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 02:05:58 +0000
Proxies

tbh im so tired of people acting like proxy types are all the same. socks5 and http are totally different you gotta pick the right one for your job. socks5 is way better for raw speed and staying under the radar - like scraping big sites or running stealth bots. http proxies are more for browser stuff, simpler automation, or if you want an easier setup. but everyone just assumes they're interchangeable and burns through proxies thinking it doesn't matter. ymmv but you really gotta know when...