What a static IP is and when you need one
A static IP gives your computer a network address that stays the same. Most people do not need one unless another service must recognize the computer.
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Every computer has a network address (an IP address). A static IP is one that stays the same and is reserved for that computer alone.
The portal uses two names for each kind, depending on the page:
| When you create a computer | On the computer's page | |
|---|---|---|
| Included, and can change | Dynamic IP | Public IP |
| Paid, and stays the same | Static IP | Dedicated IP |
When you need one
You need a static IP when something outside your computer has to recognize its address. Common cases are a service that only accepts connections from approved addresses, and a VPN.
You do not need one to use the computer. Without one, its address can change when the computer restarts or is shut down and started again. Connecting in a browser is not affected. For Remote Desktop, you download a new RDP file when the address changes.
This is not the allowed list
A static IP is the computer's own address. The list of allowed addresses is the addresses of the people connecting to it. They are separate things, and a static IP does not change who can connect.
Price and availability
The price shows beside the option when you create a computer, and on the Networking tab. It is not offered in every region. If it is not, the option says Not available in this region.
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