The Ultimate guide for using proxies in 2025 (OSRS Botting)

If you’re serious about OSRS botting, using a proxy isn’t optional — it’s essential.

Whether you're just running a couple of bots or managing a full goldfarm, proxies help keep your accounts safe by avoiding chain bans, IP flags, and tracking systems.

What is a Proxy (for OSRS)?
A proxy acts as a middleman between your computer and RuneScape servers. It masks your real IP and gives you a different one, making each account appear like it's coming from a separate device or location.

✅ Why Use a Proxy?

Avoid chain bans (Jagex links accounts by IP)

Run multiple bots safely without detection

Mimic traffic from different cities/countries

Bypass IP tracking and blacklists

Should You Bot Without a Proxy?
Sure, botting on your home IP is fine if you’re only running 1–2 accounts and using safe methods/scripts. But the moment you scale beyond that — even 3-4 accounts — you're at serious risk.

If one account gets banned, Jagex can and will flag the rest that share the same IP.

️ How To Set Up a Proxy:

Buy proxies here (preferably residential).

Open your bot client

Go to the proxy settings tab.

Add your proxy using this format:IPORT:USERNAMEASSWORD

Assign proxies to accounts (1–3 per IP max).

Restart your client and you're good to go.

Best Proxy Type for Botting?
Residential proxies — 100%.
Datacenter proxies can work, but they’re much more likely to get flagged or blocked, especially in 2025. Residential IPs are more “human-like,” and Jagex has a harder time detecting them.

If you’re building a bot farm, muling, or suicide botting — don’t skip proxies. It’s the most basic layer of protection you can give your setup.

Hope this helps someone out there avoid getting chain banned

More guides and setup walkthroughs on our site if you're new to this.