Proxy Clicker

When using Selenium for automation, it's important to be aware that websites can detect automation and may have measures in place to identify bot-like behavior. Some websites employ techniques to detect whether a user is interacting with the site through a web browser or through automated scripts like Selenium.

While it's not recommended to hide the fact that you are using Selenium, there are strategies you can employ to make your automation less detectable. Keep in mind that attempting to hide automation might violate the terms of service of certain websites, and it's important to respect the policies of the websites you are interacting with.

Here are some strategies to make your Selenium automation less detectable

1. Use Headless Mode

Running the browser in headless mode means it operates without a graphical user interface. This can make your automation less conspicuous. However, be aware that some websites can still detect headless browsers.

from selenium import webdriver

options = webdriver.ChromeOptions()
options.add_argument('--headless')

driver = webdriver.Chrome(options=options)

2. Modify User Agent

Change the user agent to simulate different browsers or devices. This can make your requests look more like those coming from real users.

from selenium import webdriver

options = webdriver.ChromeOptions()
options.add_argument('--user-agent=Mozilla/5.0 (Windows NT 10.0; Win64; x64) AppleWebKit/537.36 (KHTML, like Gecko) Chrome/91.0.4472.124 Safari/537.36')

driver = webdriver.Chrome(options=options)

3. Slow Down Interactions

Introduce delays between your interactions to mimic more human-like behavior. Websites might detect automation based on rapid, sequential requests.

import time

# Introduce a delay
time.sleep(2)

4. Randomize Interactions

Add randomization to your script, such as randomizing wait times, order of interactions, or the number of interactions. This can make your script less predictable.

import random

# Randomize wait time
time.sleep(random.uniform(1, 3))

5. Handle Cookies and Sessions

Manage cookies and sessions effectively to simulate real user behavior. Log in, handle sessions, and manage cookies as a real user would.

6. Avoid Common Automation Detection Techniques

Be aware of common techniques websites use to detect automation, such as checking for the presence of WebDriver properties. You may need to work around these checks or use techniques to override them.

Please note that while these strategies may make your Selenium automation less detectable, they may not guarantee complete invisibility. Websites can employ sophisticated methods to detect automation, and attempting to bypass detection mechanisms might violate the terms of service of the website.

To check if your proxy is working, you can perform a simple test by accessing a website through the proxy. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Open your web browser and navigate to a website that you can use to test your proxy connection. Websites like "http://www.whatismyip.com/" or "https://www.proxy-check.org/" are commonly used for this purpose.

2. If you're using a proxy server, you'll need to configure your browser or a proxy extension to use the proxy. You can usually find this setting in your browser's network settings or under the proxy settings.

3. Enter the proxy server address (IP address or hostname) and port number in the appropriate fields in your browser or proxy extension settings.

4. Save your changes and refresh the web page with the test site.

5. If the proxy is working correctly, the website should display your proxy's IP address or a different IP address than your original one. This indicates that the proxy is successfully routing your traffic.

6. If the website displays your original IP address, it means that the proxy is not working or not being used.

It means a private proxy server used by several users. For example, one of them has bought a paid proxy and lets his friend use it for a fee. That is, he "shared" his proxy (shared means "common").

The proxy settings in Zoom are configured through the regular Windows settings. To do this, you can use the command inetcpl.cpl in "Run". Next, you need to go to the "Connection" tab, click on "Network Setup". In the dialog box that opens, select "Proxy server" and set the required parameters. As a port, you can use 80 and 443.

Using the Internet in normal mode leads to loss of anonymity. In this case, the computer connects directly to the servers of sites and applications, recognizing the personal IP address and other confidential information. The use of redirecting proxy servers protects against all these unwanted consequences and allows you to bypass potential blocking. In order to take advantage of proxy servers of several types and varieties, it is necessary to install them properly.