How to Use Proxy With Amazon (Step-by-Step Setup Guide)

Use proxy with Amazon to eliminate any regional restrictions, allowing you to access the platform like users in any country of your choice. The platform’s recommendation algorithms also factor in location, so when using an IP of a different country, your browsing experience will be tailored to that region. 

In this guide, we will share everything you need to know about using an Amazon proxy, including prerequisites before you get started, set-up steps, the best types, and more. Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways

• Choose Residential or ISP Proxies: These two types use ISP-assigned IP addresses, which are significantly harder to detect than datacenter alternatives. 
• Gather Credentials First: Have your proxy host, port, username, and password ready before configuring any device.
• Chrome Is the Quickest Setup: The ProxyWing extension lets you configure proxies in seconds without touching system settings. This extension works on all Chromium-based browsers. Users can also get help from the ProxyWing team if they encounter any issues while using this extension.
• Windows and Mac Support Manual Configuration: Both platforms have built-in network settings for entering proxy details directly. As you will discover later in this guide, the manual proxy configuration on both platforms is also straightforward if you follow the right steps. 
• Android Proxies Are Per Wi-Fi Network: Just like with the desktop Operating Systems, the proxy set up on Android devices is also done through your active connection’s settings.
• Always Test After Setup: Confirm the Amazon proxy is active with an IP lookup tool like WhatIsMyIP. If it shows you real device IP, then it’s highly likely that the proxy details are not correct or your device is bypassing the proxy configurations. 
• Rotating Proxies Are Essential for Automation: They prevent any single IP from accumulating enough requests to trigger a ban. This is crucial for tasks such as scraping amazon user data that involve sending thousands of requests to the platform in a short period. 

Before Starting: What You Need to Use an Amazon Proxy

Choose the Right Proxy Type

With different types to choose from, it’s pretty easy for users, especially those new to this to get confused. For the best experience, we recommend residential and ISP proxies. These two use legitimate IPs assigned by local ISPs, which ensures they blend in with organic traffic, providing access to the e-commerce with minimal interruptions. 

You can always choose a type based on your needs and priorities. ProxyWing’s Amazon proxies are also built for e-commerce use cases like scraping thanks to the large pool of clean residential and ISP IPs across this platform’s key markets. 

Prepare Your Credentials

After making your subscription to any of the Amazon proxy plans offered by your provider, they will supply you with server details including a proxy host, port number, username, and password. Have these ready before starting any configuration.

Decide Where to Use the Proxy

Proxy settings can be integrated into your browser, operating system settings, or into automation tools. The choice between these depends on convenience and use case. Browser-level proxies only route traffic from that browser while OS-level setup routes all device traffic. Choose based on whether you need single website coverage or a device-wide setup.

Easiest Method: Use an Amazon Proxy in Chrome

Some proxy and VPN providers offer browser extensions for their proxies, making the setup process much easier. 

Step 1: Install ProxyWing Proxy Manager

Open the Chrome Web Store, search for ProxyWing Proxy Manager, and click Add to Chrome. As noted earlier in this guide, this extension can also be found in most of the Chromium-based browsers, including Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi, and Arc. 

Step 2: Open the Dashboard

Once the extension installation is complete, click the ProxyWing icon in your toolbar to open the configuration panel. Click the “Add new proxy” button. This launches an interface that you can use to configure the extension, including inputting the proxy settings. 

Step 3: Enter Your Login Credentials

Create a new proxy profile and enter your proxy details—host (IP address), port, username, password, and protocol (HTTP, HTTPS, or SOCKS5). Make sure to double check these details to avoid having issues connecting to the proxy endpoints.

Step 4: Connect to the Proxy Server

Save the profile and toggle the connection on. Chrome will now route traffic through the proxy IP. You can visit a look up websites like Proxywing IP-checker to confirm if your traffic is being routed via a new IP address instead of the real one. This quick set up process is the reason many users find using a browser extension a better option. 

How to Use an Amazon Proxy on Windows

Step 1: Open Proxy Settings

On your Windows desktop, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy. This launches the proxy settings of the selected network.

Step 2: Enable Manual Setup

Toggle the “Use a proxy server” under the Manual proxy setup section. When this option is enabled, you can now enter the proxy details you acquired from your provider manually. 

Step 3: Enter Proxy Details

Input the IP address and port number provided by your service. If required, you also need to enter a username and password for authentication. However, we recommend using IP whitelisting instead if your provider offers the option. With IP whitelisting, you won’t have to use any login credentials before connecting to the proxy server. 

Step 4: Save The Settings

Once you confirm that all the entered details are correct, Click Save. Windows will now route all traffic through the proxy. That means traffic for your browsers and every other application on your device will be routed through the proxy server. 

How to Use an Amazon Proxy on Mac

Step 1: Open Network Preferences

On your Mac, go to the Apple menu (top left corner) > System Settings (System Preferences) > Network, select one of your active connections, and click Details. This will open the configuration page for the settings of your endpoint network. 

Step 2: Go to the Proxies Tab

Click Proxies and select your protocol —SOCKS5 HTTPS or HTTP proxy. The protocol you choose should depend on the kind of tasks you intend to do. If you intend to only access the web, HTTP(S) is good enough. However, anything more than accessing web servers requires using SOCKS5. This protocol allows users to handle all kinds of traffic, including web and UDP traffic. 

Step 3: Enter Proxy Details

Input the proxy hostname (IP address), port, and authentication credentials. The credential details are needed depending on the authentication method you choose when purchasing the proxies from your provider. 

Step 4: Apply The Settings

After confirming that the details shared in the previous step are correct, click OK then Apply to activate the configuration.

How to Use an Amazon Proxy on Android

Step 1: Open Wi-Fi Settings

Open Settings on your Android device, go to Wi-Fi, and then tap your active network. Please note, you can only configure these settings when the WiFI network is active. This also means that these settings will only apply when your device connects to that network. 

Step 2: Edit the Network

Tap the edit icon and expand Advanced options. This will open a new page where you can input more advanced network configurations, including your proxy setups. 

Step 3: Configure Proxy Details

Set Proxy to Manual and enter the server network address (IP address) and port. You may also be required to input your password and username depending on the authentication method you chose when subscribing for the proxies. 

Step 4: Save The Proxy Configurations

After confirming that all your details in the previous steps are correct, tap Save to apply. Android will now route traffic for all your apps through the proxy.

How to Test if Your Amazon Proxy Is Working

Use tools like Proxywing IP-checker and confirm the IP shown matches your proxy, not your real network. Some of the other alternatives include IPinfo.io, ipchicken.com, ipleak.net, and browserleaks.com. Then open Amazon to verify the correct regional storefront loads. These steps are necessary regardless of the device or Operating System you’re using.

How to Turn Off an Amazon Proxy

One benefit of using proxies is that you can turn them on and off with a few clicks. To disable the proxy,  return to the same settings used during setup and toggle the proxy off. Your device will revert to your normal connection immediately, which means your real IP address is now exposed to the internet. 

What Is the Best Proxy Type to Use With Amazon?

With different types of Amazon proxy services such as datacenter proxy, residential proxy, ISP proxy, and mobile proxy, users have the freedom to choose a type that suits their needs and budget. However, Residential and ISP proxies are the most reliable options. Choosing one of these types allows you to use ISP-assigned IP addresses. These IPs are trusted, which reduces the chances of encountering connection blocks. 

For automation and scraping, rotating residential proxies are the most reliable choice as they cycle IPs automatically, reducing the risk of rate limits and IP bans. Datacenter proxies are the least reliable since they rely on publicly known datacenter IPs.

Common Amazon Proxy Use Cases

• Account Management: If you intend to manage multiple accounts, use Amazon proxies to assign each a different IP to minimize the possibility of  account restrictions.
• Price Monitoring: Individuals can use Amazon proxies to monitor prices of goods in different regions.
• Competitor Research: Businesses rely on proxies to monitor prices and inventory for goods offered by their competitors in different regions. 
• Accessing geo-restricted Storefronts: Shoppers can use proxy with Amazon to access storefronts that are not available in their region by switching to a different IP address.
• Ad Verification: Businesses use proxies to verify if their ads are displayed correctly in different regions. 
• Web Data Scraping: Researchers and businesses also use Amazon proxies to scrap data without triggering IP bans and rate limits. 

Troubleshooting Amazon Proxy Issues

These are some of the common issues and proxy errors you may encounter and how to fix them:

• Not connecting: Check proxy details and credentials for typos. Always copy and paste these details from your provider’s dashboard to minimize possibilities of typos.
• Wrong location showing: Clear your browser cookies and retest. Also make sure the IP address you’re using corresponds with the location of your choice.
• Access denied: If you’re using datacenter proxies, consider switching to a residential or ISP proxy. These two types offer a higher success rate. 
• Slow speeds: Choose a proxy server closer to your target region. For instance, if you intend to access Amazon UK, using a UK-based proxy will offer faster speeds.