Step 1
Sign up for PureVPN and add Residential Network to your plan.
What is a UK
Residential Proxy?
A UK residential proxy makes your connection appear as if it’s originating from the United Kingdom. It routes your traffic through genuine UK IP addresses provided by real internet service providers. It’s ideal for accessing region-locked UK content, managing multiple social media accounts, performing web scraping without detection, and more.
UK Residential Proxy Features
Get the authenticity of residential IPs backed by the powerful features of a VPN:
Automatically disconnect your internet if the VPN drops, so your actual IP and identity remains hidden.
Enjoy private sessions with a proven no-log policy that guarantees zero activity tracking, logging or storage.
Get rid of intrusive ads and hidden trackers instantly for a smoother and cleaner browsing experience.
Decide which apps go through the UK residential proxy and which stay on your internet connection.
Connect to a UK Residential Proxy in 3 Simple Steps
Here’s how you can start using a UK residential proxy:
Step 2
Download our app for your device and log into your account.
Step 3
Open Location and choose the UK location under Residential Network.
Benefits of Using a
UK Residential Proxy
By using a UK residential proxy, you can:
Manage Multiple
Social Accounts
Run multiple personal or business accounts safely with unique residential IPs to avoid IP overlap and location mismatches.
Get Around
IP Blacklists
Avoid blacklists on AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude by connecting through clean, undetectable UK residential IPs.
Access
UK-Only Content
Access websites, apps, and streaming services exclusive to the UK using genuine British IPs that make you appear truly local.
Perform Web
Scraping Reliably
Gather accurate market and website data from UK sources through residential IPs that minimise blocks, rate limits, and anti-bot detection.
Browse with
Improved Anonymity
Use ISP-sourced UK IPs with automatic rotation to limit linkability across sessions, reducing the chance of long-term tracking.
Reduce
CAPTCHAs and Blocks
Real UK residential IPs lower the chance of detection, so you browse smoothly without constant CAPTCHAs or security interruptions.
Residential Proxy vs Other Proxy Types
A quick comparison to help you choose the right proxy for your needs.
| Features | Residential Proxy | Datacenter Proxy | ISP Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP Source | Uses IP addresses from real ISPs linked to residential users. | Uses IP addresses from data centers. | Uses IP addresses provided by ISPs, but not linked to residential users. |
| Privacy Level | Higher due to IPs being indistinguishable from regular users. | Generally high, but IPs are more easily identified as proxies. | High privacy, though less anonymous than residential proxies. |
| Accessibility | High accessibility to streaming platforms because IPs appear residential. | Low accessibility, especially on streaming platforms that detect proxies. | Moderate accessibility, often blocked by websites recognizing ISP-related IPs. |
| Ideal For | Activities requiring high anonymity and accessing unavailable content without detection. | General browsing, security, and accessing unavailable content. | More secure browsing with a focus on tasks that require an IP tied to a service provider. |
Why Choose PureVPN to Get a
UK Residential Network
Looking for the best UK residential proxy? With PureVPN’s Residential Network add-on, you get:
Huge
Pool of UK IPs
Access thousands of genuine UK residential IPs from real ISPs for reliable, stable connections and unrestricted local access.
Real
User Appearance
Your traffic routes through real UK household IPs, so every session appears to be genuine and trusted to websites and services.
Automatic
IP Rotation
Switch between multiple UK residential IPs to reduce detection risks and maintain interruption-free browsing sessions.
Seamless
Integration
Add the Residential Network add-on to your PureVPN plan and instantly use residential IPs from within the same VPN app.
Residential Proxy Use Cases
Residential Proxy for Gaming
Residential Proxy for Gaming
Residential Proxy for
Survey
Residential Proxy for Survey
Residential Proxy for
iPhone
Residential Proxy for iPhone
Residential Proxy for
Sneaker Bots
Residential Proxy for Sneaker Bots
Residential Proxy for
Ad Verification
Residential Proxy for Ad Verification
Residential Proxy for Web Scraping
Residential Proxy for Web Scraping
Residential Proxy for E-commerce and Retail
Residential Proxy for E-commerce and Retail
Residential Proxy for Accessing Restricted Content
Residential Proxy for Accessing Restricted Content
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about PureVPN’s Residential Proxy Add-on here.
What is a UK residential proxy used for?
A UK residential proxy lets you appear online as a real user from the United Kingdom, making it ideal for accessing UK-exclusive content, avoiding getting blacklisted on AI tools, and improving online anonymity.
How do I set up a UK residential proxy?
Sign up for PureVPN, add Residential Network to your plan, and open the PureVPN app. Select Residential Network > United Kingdom to start browsing with UK residential IPs.
Is it legal to use a UK residential proxy?
Yes, residential proxies are legal provided they’re used responsibly and not for activities that break laws or platform rules.
Which VPN has UK residential IP?
PureVPN is among the few VPN providers that offer real UK residential IPs sourced directly from legitimate ISPs, not datacenters. These IPs let you appear as a genuine local user online while enjoying better anonymity, reliability, and access.