---
title: "How fast does Spur detect a VPN or Proxy?"
type: "faq"
url: "https://docs.spur.us/knowledgebase/faqs/how-fast-does-spur-detect-a-vpn-or-proxy"
category: "Anonymizing Infrastructure"
product: "monocle"
publishedAt: "2026-08-07T15:12:00.000Z"
updatedAt: "2026-08-12T19:30:30Z"
---

# How fast does Spur detect a VPN or Proxy?

New VPNs or proxies are typically identified within 24-48 hours depending on where it is hosted and how it is being used. Monocle will detect all new VPNs and proxies on first use. All new identifications are available immediately in our API products. On-prem solutions will be update on their next update cadence or in real-time if that option has been added.

## Extended answer

New VPNs or proxies are typically identified within 24-48 hours depending on where it is hosted and how it is being used. Monocle will detect all new VPNs and proxies on first use. All new identifications are available immediately in our API products. On-prem solutions will be update on their next update cadence or in real-time if that option has been added.