⚠ AdsPower — $4.7M stolen in January 2025 supply chain attack

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AdsPower Alternative?

AdsPower is a desktop antidetect browser that requires separate proxy subscriptions and suffered a major security breach in early 2025. RelayKit Cloud Browser gives you everything in one place — cloud-native, proxies included, no install required.


What happened with AdsPower
Three serious reasons to reconsider depending on AdsPower for your operations.

Security: $4.7M Stolen — January 2025

In January 2025, a supply chain attack on AdsPower resulted in approximately $4.7 million in cryptocurrency being stolen from users. A malicious browser extension was distributed through AdsPower's software, giving attackers access to connected crypto wallets. As desktop software with direct access to your machine, AdsPower can execute arbitrary code with the same permissions as your user account.

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Desktop Software — You Must Install It

AdsPower runs as a desktop application on Windows or Mac. You can't use it from a mobile device, a shared machine, or your phone mid-travel. Every team member needs their own installation. Updates require manual action.

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Proxies Cost Extra — Always

AdsPower has no built-in proxies. Every profile needs a separate proxy subscription — typically $50–200/month depending on how many profiles you run. You're stitching together two separate subscriptions, two billing cycles, two support teams.

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Support in China Business Hours Only

AdsPower is a Chinese company. Support operates on UTC+8 hours. If something breaks during a US or EU business day, you're waiting hours for a response. This becomes critical when an account action window is time-sensitive.


AdsPower vs RelayKit Cloud Browser
FeatureAdsPowerRelayKit Cloud Browser
ArchitectureDesktop software — must install on your computerCloud — no install, runs in any browser on any device
ProxiesMust buy separately ($50–200/mo extra)Integrated — one account, one balance
Stealth qualityFingerprint quality questioned — may not pass advanced checkersExtra Stealth mode: Canvas, WebGL, AudioContext spoofing
CAPTCHA solvingNot included — requires third-party serviceBuilt-in CAPTCHA solver (+$0.10/session)
AI automationBasic visual RPA (no-code flows)AI agent — describe tasks in plain English
Security incident$4.7M stolen — January 2025 supply chain attackNo security incidents
Starting price$5.40/mo + proxy cost ($50–200/mo)Pay per use — $0.25/session (no monthly fee)
Support hoursChina business hours only (UTC+8)Responsive email support
Playwright / SeleniumNot supportedUse RelayKit proxy directly in your code
Free tier2 profiles only, no team featuresPay per use — no profile limits
Why RelayKit's integrated approach wins
One account, one balance, everything connected. No piecing together subscriptions.
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Proxy Already Connected

When you launch a cloud browser session, your RelayKit proxy is available in the dropdown — just select it. No copy-pasting credentials, no format questions, no separate proxy panel to log into.

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Cloud-Native — Any Device

RelayKit Cloud Browser runs entirely in the cloud. Access it from any browser on any device — desktop, laptop, or tablet. No installation, no updates, no OS compatibility issues.

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Pay Per Use — No Monthly Lock-In

Sessions are $0.25 for 30 minutes. No monthly subscription, no minimum commitment. Run 10 sessions one month and zero the next — you only pay for what you use, from your RelayKit balance.

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AI Automation in Plain English

Describe what you want to do — "log in, go to orders, export the CSV". The AI agent executes it. No visual RPA builder to learn, no fragile click-recording flows.

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No Local Attack Surface

Cloud architecture means there's no locally installed software to compromise. No extensions with access to your machine, no local process with elevated privileges. Your session runs in an isolated cloud environment.

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No Profile Limits

AdsPower's free tier allows only 2 profiles. RelayKit is pay-per-use with no artificial profile caps — create browser profiles as needed. Each session is isolated from the last.

Ready to switch?

Create a free account. Launch your first cloud browser session in minutes.
No install. Proxies included. Pay as you go.