The five parts of a farm
Host server
An XProxy Box, a Raspberry Pi 4 or any dedicated Ubuntu PC runs the routing software.
Modems or phones
4G/5G USB dongles or Android phones are the exit nodes that connect to the carrier towers.
USB modem guide →Powered USB hub
An industrial hub with its own power supply connects many modems to one host port.
SIM cards
Unlocked data SIMs with a high-speed or unlimited plan provide the mobile IPs.
Country guides →Network connection
An Ethernet link to your router lets the host receive requests and, optionally, expose ports or use VPS forwarding.
Proxy software
XProxy creates a port per device, rotates IPs on demand and gives you a dashboard and API.
Mobile proxy software →Build it in seven steps
Each step links to the detailed guide.
Choose the host
Pick by farm size using the table below. Beginners usually start with an XProxy Box.
Choose the modems
USB dongles run 24/7 without batteries; Android phones add bigger antennas and easy 5G. You can mix both. See USB modems and Android phones.
Pick a powered hub
Use an industrial hub with active external power. The 20-port model is used for up to 15 modems and the 32-port model with dual power adapters for more. Never use bus-powered hubs.
Buy SIM cards
Get unlocked data SIMs from carriers with a high or unlimited data cap and disable the PIN lock.
Install the software
Run
curl -s https://x-proxy.io/install | bashas root on Ubuntu, or use a pre-installed XProxy Box. See the installation guide.Connect devices and rotate
Plug in the modems, wait for them in the dashboard, then set rotation per port: timer, on-request URL or API.
Expose and scale
Make ports reachable remotely, add modems as demand grows and upgrade the plan only for the features you need.
Which host for which farm size
| Host | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| XProxy Box (XB22) | Up to 40 modems | Pre-installed with XProxy and the easiest start |
| Raspberry Pi 4 (4 GB or 8 GB) | Up to 15 modems | Needs Ubuntu Server 64-bit and a manual install |
| Ubuntu PC or mini PC | 40 or more modems | Add PCIe USB controller cards to spread the load beyond 40 modems |
Two starter layouts from the docs
Beginner: 10 modems
One Raspberry Pi 4 (4 GB), one industrial 20-port powered USB hub, 8 XH22 dongles and 2 Google Pixel phones connected by USB.
Pro: 40 modems
One XProxy Box (or a Dell Optiplex Ubuntu PC), two industrial 20-port hubs or one 32-port hub, and 40 XH22 USB dongles.
Mobile proxy farm questions
How many modems can one server run?
An XProxy Box (XB22) connects up to 40 modems, a Raspberry Pi 4 up to 15, and an Ubuntu PC handles 40 or more when you add PCIe USB controller cards so the USB load is spread across controllers.
Do I have to buy hardware from XProxy?
No. XProxy runs on any 64-bit Linux box and supports many USB dongles and Android phones. The shop and builder are there if you prefer a kit that arrives configured.
What does the software cost?
Up to 5 modems are free. Beyond that Basic costs $1.97 per modem per month at 10 modems, billed every 3 months; the software page lists the price per modem for larger farms.
What SIM cards do I need?
Unlocked SIM cards with an active, high-speed or unlimited data plan and the PIN lock disabled. Check the country guides for carriers that work well in your market.
