Dedicated IP - a personal static VPN IP address - Surfshark (2024)

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Dedicated IP - a personal static VPN IP address - Surfshark? ›

A dedicated IP (Internet Protocol) is a unique IP address only you can use. Every time you connect to your designated VPN server, you get the same IP address. Just like that, you get the protection of a VPN connection & a fixed IP address.

In general, a “static IP” is an IP address that doesn't change over time. On the Surfshark VPN app, Static IP is a function: users can connect to a VPN server that will always have the same IP.

What is a dedicated IP? In a traditional sense, a dedicated IP is a static IP address assigned to a single website hosting account, which means no one else can use it. But there's also a dedicated IP that you can get on top of your VPN subscription.

Open the Surfshark dashboard and log into your account. Under the VPN tab, select Dedicated IP. Select the location of your Dedicated IP. NOTE: You won't be able to change it later, so choose carefully.

Shared IPs are the IPs you get while connected to a VPN server that is used by multiple users. Static or dedicated IPs are provided for a single user or a group of users who need to access via the same IP.

Do I really need a dedicated IP? That depends on the things you do with a VPN. If you're not bothered with CAPTHAs, you don't use your online banking with a VPN & you don't have to access things remotely, then you probably don't need a dedicated IP & regular VPN servers will do the trick for you.

Using a dedicated static IP address is considered best practice when enabling remote access for the workforce via VPN (Virtual Private Network).

A dedicated IP address provides greater control over email deliverability and reputation management. It's much harder to control when sharing IP addresses with other businesses.

A static IP address is the better option for enterprises that own websites and internet services. Dynamic IP addresses are better suited for home networks and personal internet use. Static IP addresses are particularly useful for enterprises that need to guarantee server and website uptime.

While most network-connected devices receive their IP addresses dynamically through DHCP, it's common to reserve part of the network address space for use as static IP addresses for devices such as routers, printers, FTP servers, and DHCP servers.

Does Surfshark hide my IP address? ›

By connecting to a VPN server, you get a different IP address (that of the server) and encrypt your internet connection. The server's IP address replaces your original address, and the sites and services you visit will not know who you are unless you identify yourself.

Any IP address assigned to you by a reputable VPN is safe, but a dedicated IP can provide you with more security. A dedicated IP can provide stricter controls, which is helpful especially if there are a lot of safety concerns or permissions to set up.

Surfshark is one of the best VPNs and consistently outperforms other VPN providers in several key areas. For example, it is one of the cheapest VPNs at just $2.19/month and offers servers in 100 countries, outperformed only by ExpressVPN and NordVPN.

Security. A private IP address is protected from viruses and malware attacks because it restricts public access. So, compared to public IP addresses, private IP addresses are less likely to be attacked with malware and data breaches.

We offer shared static IP addresses (available in all locations) and dynamic dedicated IP addresses with OpenVPN (TUN-UDP-1195) on selected locations. Contact our support team for the list of available servers with dynamic dedicated IP.

dedicated: main differences. The most significant difference between dedicated (private) vs. shared IP (internet protocol) addresses is that dedicated IP addresses are given exclusively to one user. Meanwhile, a shared IP address can be used by multiple users at the same time.

Static IP addresses (also known as fixed or dedicated IP addresses), on the other hand, do not change. Once a device has been assigned a static IP address, that number remains with the device as its internet identifier until the device is decommissioned or the network architecture is modified.

A static IP address is the better option for enterprises that own websites and internet services. Dynamic IP addresses are better suited for home networks and personal internet use. Static IP addresses are particularly useful for enterprises that need to guarantee server and website uptime.

Having a static IP could, in theory, make it easier for hackers to target you, assuming they are able to find out what your IP address is.

Static IPs are typically used by businesses that own their websites, and are great for remote workers using VPNs to log into a network. A virtual IP is often used by small networks such as home or office networks, and is one example of a dynamic IP address.