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# Residentials Proxy Generation

## Residential Proxy Generation

There is currently one method to generate Shield residential proxy lists, available in the Residential section of our dashboard.\
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**Proxy Generation via dashboard -** [**https://dashboard.shieldproxies.com/residential**](https://dashboard.shieldproxies.com/residential)\
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1\. Start by navigating to the Residential section within your dashboard

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2. Make sure you have selected the correct purchased Residential plan from the dropdown menu in the dashboard.

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3. Choose configuration\
   \- Under Type, Select Sticky or Rotating or Custom\
   \- Under Quantity, select the number of proxies needed\
   \- Authentication (HTTPS/ SOCKS5)\
   \- Proxy Format\
   \- Select the country / city / state\ <br>

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4. **Click Generate!**