ProxyHorizon Glossary

The Proxy & Networking Glossary

Plain-language definitions of the proxy, VPN, scraping and networking terms you'll run into — explained simply, with examples and use cases.

29 terms and counting

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5 terms in Privacy & Security

Kill Switch

Beginner

A kill switch automatically cuts your internet connection if your VPN drops, preventing your real IP and traffic from being exposed.

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No-Logs Policy

Beginner

A no-logs policy is a VPN or proxy provider's commitment not to record what you do online — your browsing, connections, traffic or real IP.

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SSL/TLS

Intermediate

SSL/TLS is the encryption protocol that secures data in transit on the web — the 'S' in HTTPS — protecting it from eavesdropping and tampering.

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VPN

Beginner

A VPN (Virtual Private Network) encrypts all of your device's internet traffic and routes it through a remote server, hiding your IP and protecting data on untrusted networks.

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WebRTC Leak

Intermediate

A WebRTC leak exposes your real IP address through the browser's built-in real-time communication feature — even when you are using a VPN or proxy.

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