Proxy API FAQ
Answers about using the Hex Proxies API for programmatic proxy management and automation.
The Hex Proxies API provides programmatic access to proxy management, usage monitoring, and account operations. This FAQ covers API capabilities, authentication, rate limits, and integration patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hex Proxies have an API?▾
Yes, a RESTful API for monitoring bandwidth usage, managing credentials, retrieving connection details, viewing analytics, and managing account settings. Available on all plan tiers.
API documentationHow do I authenticate with the API?▾
API key authentication via Authorization: Bearer header. Key available in dashboard settings. Never expose in client-side code. All requests must use HTTPS.
What can I do with the API?▾
Usage monitoring, credential management, account settings, and analytics (success rates, response times, geographic breakdowns). Build custom dashboards and automate provisioning.
Are there rate limits?▾
Yes, varying by plan tier. Higher tiers get more generous limits. 429 response with Retry-After header when exceeded. Use webhooks instead of polling where possible.
Monitor usage programmatically?▾
Use the usage endpoint for current and historical bandwidth data. Poll every 5-15 minutes. Implement threshold alerts when usage exceeds 80% of allocation.
Manage rotation through the API?▾
Rotation is controlled through proxy connection parameters (session IDs), not the API. The API handles account management and monitoring. Gateway handles real-time connections.
Is there an SDK?▾
Integration examples for Python, Node.js, Java, Go, and PHP. RESTful API is easy to consume with any HTTP client. For proxy connections, standard HTTP proxy config works everywhere.
How to handle API errors?▾
Standard HTTP codes: 200 success, 400 bad request, 401 auth failure, 429 rate limited, 500 server error. Implement retry with exponential backoff for 429 and 5xx. Log errors with request IDs for support.
Webhooks for notifications?▾
Notification systems available for bandwidth alerts, plan expiration, and security events. More efficient than polling. Configure in dashboard.
Dashboard notificationsAPI available on all plans?▾
Yes, at no additional cost. Rate limits vary by tier. Enterprise plans can receive custom API rate limits. Trial accounts also have API access.
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