Integrating DataImpulse proxies with Playwright is a simple process

Playwright is a powerful automation tool that allows you to control web browsers programmatically. It provides a simple and user-friendly interface for automating tasks, such as web scraping, testing, and UI automation. With Playwright, you can interact with web pages, perform actions like clicking buttons and filling forms, and extract data from websites. It supports multiple programming languages and offers cross-browser compatibility, making it a versatile tool for web automation.

Try proxies for Playwright

Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use proxies with Playwright:

  1. Enter the Proxy IP:Port

When using Residential Proxies, you need to fill in the Proxy IP:Port in the server value. For example, you can use gw.dataimpulse.com:823 as the Proxy IP:Port.

  1. Authenticate the Proxy

To authenticate the Residential Proxy, you’ll need to provide your DataImpulse proxy plan username and password. In your Playwright code, you can include the authentication details using the following example:


const playwright = require('playwright');
(async () => {
    for (const browserType of ['chromium', 'firefox', 'webkit']) {
        const browser = await playwright[browserType].launch({
            headless: false,
            proxy: {
                server:’gw.dataimpulse.com:823’,
                username: 'your proxy plan username',
                password: 'your proxy plan password'
            },
        });
        const context = await browser.newContext();
        const page = await context.newPage();
        await page.goto('https://ip-api.com/');
        await page.screenshot({ path: `${browserType}.png` });
        await browser.close();
    }
})();

Start Testing with Playwright in Python

The Playwright library serves as a versatile browser automation tool. It provides powerful APIs for automating tasks in web applications. The library supports both sync and async Python, making it flexible for different coding styles.

Let’s find out the main steps to start testing with Playwright in Python:

1. Install Playwright. Open your terminal and run this command to install the library:


pip install playwright

2. Install Browsers. Use the next command in the terminal to download the required browser binaries:


playwright install

3. Set Up a Python Script.  Open any code editor and create a Python script file. You can name it  test_script.py.

4. Configuring and testing with DataImpulse proxies. To run a Python script with DataImpulse proxies, input your personal DataImpulse credentials in the script. These include your unique username and password, which you can find in your DataImpulse dashboard under the proxy section. Replace any placeholder credentials in the code with your actual login details. Run Playwright tests with proxies by incorporating proxy settings in the script. Execute your script using python test_script.py.


import asyncio
from playwright.async_api import async_playwright

async def main():
    # Proxy settings
    proxy = {
        "server": "http://gw.dataimpulse.com:823",
        "username": "your proxy plan username",
        "password": "your proxy plan password"
    }

    async with async_playwright() as playwright:
        # Iterate through browsers: Chromium, Firefox, WebKit
        for browser_type in ["chromium", "firefox", "webkit"]:
            browser = await playwright[browser_type].launch(
                headless=False,  # Launch a visible browser
                proxy=proxy  # Set proxy settings
            )
            
            context = await browser.new_context()
            page = await context.new_page()
            
            # Open a website
            await page.goto("https://ip-api.com/")
            
            # Save a screenshot
            screenshot_path = f"{browser_type}.png"
            await page.screenshot(path=screenshot_path)
            print(f"Screenshot saved as {screenshot_path}")
            
            await browser.close()

# Run the script
asyncio.run(main())

During the process, you may face some common proxy issues. There can be:

  • Authentication Issues: Verify that the proxy requires credentials and make sure to enter the accurate ones in the script.
  • Connection Problems: Confirm that the proxy server is accessible, and double-check the proxy’s address and port.

That’s it! You’ve successfully integrated DataImpulse proxies with Playwright.

Mask your IP address to stay secure

Proxies are widely used for testing tasks, allowing users to simulate different geographical locations and protect personal data by masking real IP addresses during tests or web scraping activities. 

At DataImpulse, we focus on top service, constant support, custom solutions, and of course, high-quality proxies. These are our priorities to make your work process as comfortable as possible. Get in touch with us!

*If you have difficulties with your DataImpulse dashboard, read our step-by-step guide or contact our support team.

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