The main difference comes down to behavior patterns and account connections. Here's why using shared mobile proxies on Instagram can still cause problems:
Consistent Behavior: Instagram's system watches not just the IP addresses but also the actions people take. If several accounts are doing similar actions from the same IP (like liking, following, or sending messages quickly), Instagram sees this as suspicious, unlike the normal, varied actions from real users on different cell towers.
Account Connections: With shared proxies, accounts that belong to the same person might show linked activities (like interacting with each other), and Instagram can spot this and mark it as suspicious.
Proxy Reputation: Shared mobile proxies are often used by many people for automation, which can damage their reputation. Instagram’s system might already link these IPs to bot behavior, so any activity from them is more likely to be watched closely.
IP Switching: Cell towers change IPs frequently between users, which creates natural variety, while proxies may not switch as often, leading to patterns that Instagram can recognize.
Using dedicated proxies or keeping just a few accounts per proxy helps maintain a cleaner activity profile and lowers the chances of being banned, even if shared proxies look similar to real-world shared IPs.
