Every website is reached through an IP address. On shared hosting, many accounts share the same IP, and the server uses your domain name to show the right website. That works perfectly for most sites.
A dedicated IP gives your account its own address. Some services and setups need a fixed address that only you use, and a dedicated IP provides exactly that.
Included or add-on?
- Included free with every Cloud VPS plan
- Available as an add-on for shared hosting plans
- Added to your account at checkout or later from your client area
IP allowlisting
Some APIs, payment gateways and remote databases only accept connections from approved IP addresses.
Separate email reputation
Sending from your own IP keeps your email reputation separate from other accounts.
Third-party integrations
Certain software, firewalls and business systems need a fixed IP to connect to your server.
Access by IP address
Reach your website or services directly by IP, for example while testing before DNS changes.
You do not need a dedicated IP for SSL. Free SSL certificates on every plan work on shared IP addresses. A dedicated IP also does not improve search rankings on its own. Choose one when you have a specific technical need, such as allowlisting or email separation.
Do I need a dedicated IP for SSL?
No. Free SSL certificates work on shared IP addresses, so you do not need a dedicated IP to use HTTPS.
Does a dedicated IP help SEO?
Not on its own. Search engines do not rank websites higher because they use a dedicated IP.
Is a dedicated IP included with Cloud VPS hosting?
Yes. Every Cloud VPS plan includes a dedicated IP address at no extra cost.
Can I add a dedicated IP to my shared plan later?
Yes. You can add it at checkout or later from your client area. Our team can help if you are unsure whether you need one.
Will my website go offline when I switch IP?
Your website keeps working, but DNS records need to point to the new address. If you use our nameservers, this is updated for you, and changes usually take effect within a few hours.
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