What does "Client Proxies" mean in Spur's data?
It refers to proxy client ecosystems or networks observed interacting through an IP, based on Spur telemetry. It does not mean the IP is owned or operated by the named provider — only that related activity was observed from it.
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How does Spur detect VPNs, residential proxies, and ISP proxies?
Spur uses a combination of network intelligence, infrastructure analysis, behavioral signals, routing characteristics, historical observations, and proprietary research to identify and classify IP addresses. Multiple signals are evaluated together to determine the likelihood that an IP belongs to a VPN, residential proxy network, ISP proxy service, hosting provider, or other category.
What is the difference between a VPN, residential proxy, and ISP proxy?
Residential proxies route traffic through consumer devices and physical locations like homes and offices, while VPNs and ISP proxies are typically hosted in data centers. All three can present different network profiles.
If Spur identifies a provider such as NetNut, does that mean the traffic originated directly from that provider's customer?
Not necessarily. Proxy ecosystems often involve resellers, downstream providers, SDK operators, and shared infrastructure. A provider label identifies infrastructure associated with the traffic but should not be treated as attribution of a specific end user without additional evidence and investigation.
How quickly can Spur identify and classify newly discovered VPN or proxy infrastructure?
Spur continuously researches emerging infrastructure and updates classifications as new intelligence becomes available. New infrastructure is often identified and incorporated rapidly, allowing customers to benefit from current intelligence through the API and data products.
Does Spur identify legitimate privacy-focused users as well as malicious actors?
Spur identifies infrastructure characteristics and anonymization technologies, not intent. Organizations determine how to use those signals based on their business requirements, risk tolerance, and policies.