Managing Proxy IP Expiry Dates and Bulk Import with Smart Paste in SpeedSell

SpeedSell allows you to set custom expiry dates for each proxy IP and import multiple proxies at once using smart paste. This guide walks you through setting up proxy expiry dates, bulk importing with smart paste, and how to leverage these features for efficient multi-store operations.

Introduction

Managing proxy IPs is a critical task for multi-store ecommerce operators. Without proper tracking, expired proxies can lead to connection failures and unexpected downtime. SpeedSell provides two powerful features to simplify proxy management: custom expiry dates and smart paste import. This guide explains how to use these features to maintain a healthy proxy pool and avoid interruptions.

Who This Is For

This guide is for ecommerce sellers and operators who manage multiple store accounts across platforms like Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok. You use proxies to isolate store environments and need a reliable way to track proxy expiration and bulk import new IPs.

Key Steps

1. Setting Custom Expiry Dates for Proxy IPs

When importing a proxy IP, you can optionally assign an expiry date. To do this:

• Open the Import IP window in SpeedSell.
• In the expiry date field, either select a specific date from the date picker or leave the field blank (blank means the proxy never expires).
• Confirm the import. The expiry date is saved with the proxy and can be viewed later.
• Once a proxy reaches its expiry date, SpeedSell will automatically mark it as expired, helping you avoid using stale IPs.

2. Bulk Importing Proxies with Smart Paste

SpeedSell’s smart paste feature lets you import multiple proxies in one go by pasting a formatted string. For example, if you have a list of proxies in the format ip:port:username:password, just copy the entire list and paste it into the Server IP field. SpeedSell automatically parses the string and populates the port, username, and password fields for each entry.

Steps:

• Copy your proxy list (one per line or semicolon separated) in the required format.
• Paste the content into the Server IP input box.
• The fields for port, username, and password will be auto-filled.
• Optionally set an expiry date for all imported proxies (or edit later).
• Click Test to verify connectivity for each proxy before finalizing.

3. Managing Proxy Lifecycle for Multi-Store Operations

After importing proxies with expiry dates, you can easily monitor their status. SpeedSell’s proxy management interface shows the expiry date for each IP. Regularly review the list and remove or renew proxies that are about to expire. By combining expiry dates with smart paste, you can quickly refresh your proxy pool when needed, ensuring every store environment has a valid IP.

4. Troubleshooting Proxy Issues

If a proxy fails to connect, check the following:

• Is the proxy protocol supported? SpeedSell only supports SOCKS5 and HTTP. If you paste an unsupported protocol, you will see an error: “Unsupported remote protocol {protocol}, only socks5 or http supported.”
• Has the proxy expired? Expired proxies will show in the list but cannot be used until renewed.
• Test the proxy using the built-in test button to verify connectivity and exit IP.

FAQ

Q: Can I set different expiry dates for different proxies? A: Yes, each proxy can have its own expiry date. You can set them individually or leave some as permanent.

Q: What happens when a proxy expires? A: Expired proxies remain in the list but will be skipped when SpeedSell assigns IPs to store environments. You will need to manually renew them or import new ones.

Q: Does smart paste support multiple lines? A: Yes, you can paste multiple lines at once. SpeedSell will attempt to parse each line as a separate proxy entry.

Q: How do I update the expiry date of an existing proxy? A: Currently, expiry dates can only be set during import. To change an existing proxy’s expiry date, delete it and re-import with the new date.

Related Links

• SpeedSell Product Features: Multi-Platform Multi-Store Management
• SpeedSell Use Cases: Device Isolation and Network Troubleshooting
• Download SpeedSell Client

For more detailed guidance on proxy configuration, visit the SpeedSell official website and explore the documentation.