> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://geonode.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Protocols

> Learn about the different proxy protocols supported by Geonode.

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Geonode's Proxy service supports multiple protocols for different use cases. Each protocol serves a specific purpose, ensuring compatibility with various applications.

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## **Supported Protocols**

1. HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
2. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)
3. SOCKS5 (Socket Secure 5)

## **Comparison Table of Supported Protocols**

| Protocol   | Security                | Best For                                  | Availability |
| ---------- | ----------------------- | ----------------------------------------- | ------------ |
| **HTTP**   | ❌ No encryption         | Web scraping, browsing, APIs              | ✅ Supported  |
| **HTTPS**  | ✅ SSL/TLS encrypted     | Secure websites, automation, transactions | ✅ Supported  |
| **SOCKS5** | ✅ More secure than HTTP | Streaming, gaming, anonymity              | ✅ Supported  |

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## **Unsupported Protocols**

* UDP
* Email Protocols

These protocols are not supported in Geonode's proxy services.

## **Final Tips**

* Use HTTP for general browsing and data scraping.
* Choose HTTPS for secure transactions and automation.
* Use SOCKS5 for streaming, gaming, and high-speed anonymity.

Geonode does not support UDP-based services and email-related protocols (SMTP, IMAP, POP3).