Is data collection constantly blocked? Do I need to use any tools, like a proxy?

Is data collection constantly blocked? Do I need to use any tools, like a proxy?

Honestly, sometimes. I've found some sites actively fight scraping. I usually don't use a proxy unless I'm getting rate-limited or banned. It really depends on the target site's defenses.

Speaking of defenses, those animatronics in Five Nights At Freddy's could sure use some data collection to predict player movements, right?

Yes, if you encounter this situation, I think you should definitely use a reliable proxy. Having worked in the data collection field for many years, I know how much a proxy can improve data collection efficiency.

Of course, based on my years of experience in this field, the proxy that I still find most stable and reliable is NaProxy.

https://www.naproxy.com/