Glossary · Tracking and tech
Proxy— what it means in affiliate marketing
An intermediate server that passes traffic on and replaces the visible IP address.
For account work the point is consistency: one profile, one address, one geo, kept stable over time. Rotating addresses on an ad account does the opposite of what it sounds like.
Related terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mobile proxy | A proxy that routes through mobile carrier IP addresses. |
| Residential proxy | A proxy using IP addresses belonging to real home internet connections. |
| Datacenter proxy | A proxy on addresses belonging to hosting providers. |
Entry updated 29 July 2026. All 276 terms in one page.
