Operations
Understanding proxy latency and uptime
Latency and uptime affect how quickly a request completes and whether a workflow can keep running. Measuring both gives you a clearer view than either number alone.
Latency is the time to respond
Distance, carrier routing, target response time, and connection load all influence latency. Compare locations against the same target and request type.
Uptime is availability over time
Track successful connections across a useful window instead of judging a proxy from one request. Separate provider issues from target-side blocks and application errors.
Build a practical fallback
Use more than one location or proxy type when the workflow matters. Retry carefully, preserve sticky sessions where needed, and record failures for troubleshooting.