Learn how to configure IP whitelisting for Rapidproxy dynamic residential proxies, including adding your current IP with one click from the dashboard.
This guide explains how to configure IP whitelisting for Dynamic (Rotating) Residential Proxies in Rapidproxy.
IP whitelisting allows you to authenticate proxy access by approving specific IP addresses instead of using username and password authentication.
What Is IP Whitelisting?
IP whitelisting is an authentication method that allows only approved IP addresses to access your proxy resources.
When IP whitelisting is enabled:
Requests coming from whitelisted IPs are allowed
Requests from non-whitelisted IPs are rejected
No username or password is required for authentication
This method is commonly used for servers, cloud instances, and API-based integrations with fixed outbound IPs.
How to Configure IP Whitelisting
Follow the steps below to add your IP address to the whitelist.
This section contains configuration options for dynamic residential proxy usage.
Step 3: Open the Whitelist Settings
Inside the Use Proxy page:
Locate the WhiteList section
You will see a list of currently whitelisted IP addresses (if any)
Step 4: Add Your Current IP Address
Rapidproxy automatically detects your current public IP address.
To add it to the whitelist:
Find your detected IP address in the whitelist section
Click the “+” icon next to the current IP
The IP address will be added to your whitelist instantly
No manual input is required for adding the current IP.
Note: If you are accessing the dashboard from a dynamic network, your IP address may change. Make sure the whitelisted IP matches the outbound IP of your server or application.
Managing Whitelisted IPs
In the WhiteList section, you can:
Add multiple IP addresses as needed
Remove IPs that are no longer in use
Update the whitelist at any time without restarting services
Changes take effect immediately after saving.
When to Use IP Whitelisting
IP whitelisting is recommended if:
You are running proxies from a fixed server or cloud IP
You want to avoid embedding credentials in code
You are accessing proxies via API-based systems
Your environment does not support username/password authentication securely
If your IP changes frequently (for example, residential or mobile networks), username/password authentication may be more suitable.
Troubleshooting
If your proxy connection fails after enabling IP whitelisting:
Make sure your current outbound IP is added to the whitelist
Confirm that requests are coming from the same IP you whitelisted
Remove unused or outdated IP addresses
If issues persist, contact Rapidproxy support for assistance.
Need Help?
If you have questions about IP whitelisting or proxy authentication:
Use the online live chat on the Rapidproxy website
