➡️ SOCKS Protocol Support & Limitations

Rayobyte supports the SOCKS protocol on select static proxy services. SOCKS is commonly used for applications that require flexible traffic handling beyond standard HTTP/HTTPS requests.

➡️ Proxy Services That Support SOCKS

The following Rayobyte proxy services support SOCKS connectivity:

  • ✔ Dedicated Datacenter (DC) Proxies
  • ✔ Semi-Dedicated Proxies
  • ✔ ISP (Static Residential) Proxies
  • ✔ Semi-ISP Proxies

These proxy types allow SOCKS connections using the appropriate port, depending on your selected authorization method.

➡️ Important Limitations

While SOCKS is supported on the proxy types listed above, please note the following:

  • ✔ Inbound UDP traffic is not supported
  • ✔ SOCKS connections are limited to TCP-based traffic

As a result, applications that rely on real-time UDP traffic—such as video streaming, voice calls, gaming, or live media broadcasting—may not function as expected with our SOCKS-enabled proxies.

➡️ Services That Do Not Support SOCKS

The following Rayobyte proxy services currently do not support the SOCKS protocol:

  • ✖ Rotating Datacenter (DC) Proxies
  • ✖ Rotating ISP Proxies
  • ✖ Residential Proxies
  • ✖ Web Unblocker

These services are designed for HTTP/HTTPS traffic and managed rotation workflows.

➡️ Need Help?

If you’re unsure whether SOCKS is required for your application or need help selecting the correct proxy type and configuration, our support team is happy to assist.

We’ll help ensure you’re using the right proxy solution for your specific use case.