{"id":31001,"date":"2025-07-28T05:06:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T12:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/?p=31001"},"modified":"2025-07-28T13:23:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T20:23:14","slug":"how-to-change-your-ip-address","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/how-to-change-your-ip-address\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Your IP Address: Guides for iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you want to change your IP address to improve privacy, access a website, or fix network issues, there are several reliable methods, each suited to different needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, you\u2019ll find step-by-step guides for changing your public and private IP on any device based on what you\u2019re trying to accomplish and the type of network you\u2019re on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-public-vs-private-ip-which-one-should-you-change-and-why\">Public vs. Private IP: Which One Should You Change and Why?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every internet-connected device has an IP address, but there are two main types: public and private. Understanding the difference is crucial because the one you need to change depends on your goal. Here\u2019s an overview of each type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-public-ip-address-internet-facing\">Public IP Address (Internet-Facing)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/what-is-my-ip\">Your public IP address<\/a> is assigned by your internet service provider (ISP) and identifies your entire network on the internet. It\u2019s usually tied to your router, and it\u2019s what websites and online services see when you connect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might want to <a href=\"#htcp\">change your public IP address<\/a> when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>You want to hide your location:<\/strong> Websites can use your public IP to estimate your location or track your activity across the web.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You want to access certain content:<\/strong> Some services restrict access to their platforms or some types of content based on location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You\u2019ve been banned, blocked, or throttled:<\/strong> If a service limits or bans your current IP, changing it can help you get around the restriction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-private-ip-address-local-network\">Private IP Address (Local Network)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A private IP address is the internal address your router assigns to each device on your home network, like your phone, laptop, or printer. Devices use private IPs to talk to each other locally, without involving the internet. For example, when your laptop sends a file to your printer, it uses the printer\u2019s private IP to reach it with its own private IP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may want to <a href=\"#htc\">change your private IP address<\/a> when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Two devices have the same IP:<\/strong> This can cause both devices to lose connectivity, fail to communicate with each other, or receive data meant for the other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You want to assign a static IP: <\/strong>This is useful when you want your router to always know where to find a device, like if you\u2019re forwarding ports to a gaming console, hosting a media server on a PC, or connecting to a network printer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-1-1.png\" alt=\"Infographic comparing public and private IP addresses, followed by a comparison of static vs. dynamic IPs, showing that both types can be static or dynamic.\" class=\"wp-image-31004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-1-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-1-1-220x300.png 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dynamic-vs-static-ips-which-one-do-you-need\">Dynamic vs. Static IPs: Which One Do You Need?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both public and private IPs can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/what-are-static-dynamic-dedicated-and-shared-ip-addresses\/\">static or dynamic<\/a>, depending on how they\u2019re assigned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dynamic-ip-address\">Dynamic IP Address<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dynamic IP address changes over time and is assigned automatically by DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). This is the default configuration for most home networks and internet providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Public dynamic IPs<\/strong> are ideal for everyday use, such as browsing, streaming, and gaming. They work well if you don\u2019t need external devices or users to connect to your network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private dynamic IPs<\/strong> are suitable for devices like phones, laptops, and tablets that don\u2019t require a consistent address within your local network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-static-ip-address\">Static IP Address<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A static IP address doesn\u2019t change. You assign it manually, and it stays the same until you update it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>Public static IPs<\/strong> are best if you need consistent remote access, host a website or server, or run services that need to be reachable from anywhere.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Private static IPs<\/strong> are used for local devices, like printers or smart home hubs, that need to always have the same internal address. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-use-static-ip-address\/\">Learn how to set up and use a private static IP address here.<\/a><\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 1em; border-radius: 1em;\"><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Expert Tip:<\/strong> For a small surcharge, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/vpn-features\/dedicated-ip-vpn\">Private Internet Access VPN offers dedicated IPs<\/a>. This is a public static IP address that\u2019s not shared with other users, so it\u2019s a great option for running a website or a server. It can also help you avoid CAPTCHAs and some IP blocks.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htcp\">How to Change Your Public IP Address: 4 Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You typically get your public IP address from your ISP. To permanently change it, you\u2019ll need to contact your ISP and pay a fee.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you\u2019re just looking to temporarily change your public IP, there are a few methods you can try without paying extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-router-reset\">Method 1: Router Reset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you turn off your router, wait for around 5\u201310 minutes, and turn it back on, your ISP might assign you a new public IP address. This can happen because many ISPs use dynamic IPs assigned by DHCP. Once done, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/what-is-my-ip\">check your public IP address here<\/a> to confirm whether it has changed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, this method isn\u2019t guaranteed to work. Your ISP may lease the same IP back to you if it hasn\u2019t been reassigned, especially if the DHCP lease hasn\u2019t expired yet. In some cases, the lease can last hours or even days, meaning a simple restart won\u2019t force a change. And if your ISP uses carrier-grade NAT (CGNAT), you\u2019re actually sharing a public IP with other users, so there\u2019s no way to control or change it from your end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vpn\">Method 2: VPN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/what-is-vpn\">VPN (virtual private network)<\/a> is the easiest way to change your public IP address, especially if you want your internet traffic to appear as though it\u2019s coming from a specific country or region.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VPN routes your internet connection through a secure server in another location. When you connect, your IP address is replaced with the VPN server\u2019s IP, effectively masking your real location. In addition to changing your IP, a VPN encrypts your traffic, adding a layer of privacy that makes it harder for third parties to monitor or intercept your data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose a reliable VPN that has servers in the countries you need. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/vpn-server\">Private Internet Access has VPN servers in 90+ countries<\/a>, so there are plenty of locations to choose from for your new IP address.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the VPN\u2019s official website or open your app store, install the appropriate app for your device, and sign in. PIA has apps for all major operating systems, so you can change your IP on almost any device.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-1024x521.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the VPN app download page from PIA VPN's official website\" class=\"wp-image-31006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-1024x521.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-1536x781.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2-1200x610.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n\n<li>After launching the app, you can either let it automatically connect to the fastest server (usually nearby) or manually select a country from the server list. PIA automatically selects the fastest server for you, but if you want an IP in a specific country, just pick a location on the server list and tap on it. To connect, just click the power button.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-1024x526.png\" alt=\"How to connect to a server and change your IP address with PIA VPN\" class=\"wp-image-31007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-1024x526.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-768x395.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-1536x789.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3-1200x617.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-3.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once connected, PIA shows your real IP and your VPN IP directly in the app, so you don\u2019t need to search for an IP lookup tool to confirm your address has been successfully changed. The IPs in the screenshots above are hidden for privacy reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-proxy-server\">Method 3: Proxy Server<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/vpn-vs-proxy\/\">proxy is similar to a VPN<\/a> in that it masks your real IP address by routing your traffic through another server. When you use a proxy, websites and services see the proxy server\u2019s IP instead of your own.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, unlike VPNs, most proxies don\u2019t encrypt your traffic. This means your internet activity can still be visible to your ISP or anyone monitoring the network. That trade-off in security does result in faster speeds, which can make proxies a good option if you care more about performance than privacy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s how to change your IP address with a proxy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-bottom: 0\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Find a proxy provider that fits your needs and supports the protocols you want (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Get the proxy IP address and port number from your provider.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Configure your device or browser. Most browsers let you set a proxy in their network or connection settings. You can also set system-wide proxy settings in your operating system\u2019s network preferences.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Enter the proxy IP address and port number into the relevant settings.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Save and apply the settings. After applying the changes, your internet traffic will be routed through the proxy server, masking your real IP with the proxy\u2019s IP.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 1em; border-radius: 1em;\"><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Expert Tip:<\/strong> Private Internet Access also includes access to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/socks5-vpn\/\">SOCKS5 proxy<\/a> server based in the Netherlands. While it doesn\u2019t offer full encryption, SOCKS5 is considered an anonymous proxy and supports all types of internet traffic, not just your browser. It\u2019s a lightweight option for changing your IP when speed is a priority over security.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-4-tor\">Method 4: Tor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tor (The Onion Router) is a free tool that changes your public IP by routing your traffic through a network of servers called \u201cnodes.\u201d Each time you connect, your data is encrypted and passed through at least three different servers before reaching its destination, making it very difficult to trace your original IP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Tor only changes your IP within the Tor browser. Other apps on your device will still use your regular IP address (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/tor-vs-vpn\/\">unlike a VPN<\/a>, which generally protects all traffic from your device). Tor is also very slow, and it doesn\u2019t have the option to choose the location of your new IP.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still, Tor is used for anonymous browsing, accessing the dark web, and situations where privacy is more important than speed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s how to change your IP address using Tor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <a href=\"http:\/\/torproject.org\" target=\"blank_\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">torproject.org<\/a> and download the official browser for your device. It\u2019s available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-1024x433.png\" alt=\"How to download the Tor browser\" class=\"wp-image-31008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-1024x433.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-768x325.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-1536x649.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4-1200x507.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-4.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Open the Tor Browser and connect. Once connected, your IP address will be changed, usually to another country.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to change your IP address with Tor\" class=\"wp-image-31009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-5.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 1em; border-radius: 1em;\"><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Expert Tip: <\/strong>You can click the onion icon in the Tor browser to request a new circuit and get a fresh IP address. This will reroute your connection through a new set of Tor nodes.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htc\">How to Change Your Private IP Address: Step-by-Step Guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most devices get their private IP from your router using DHCP. In many cases, simply restarting your device, reconnecting to your Wi-Fi, or rebooting the router can result in a new private IP being assigned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need more control (like assigning a consistent IP for port forwarding or device recognition), you can manually set a static IP address in your device\u2019s network settings. Here\u2019s how to do that on different operating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-windows\">Windows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <em>Settings<\/em> &gt; <em>Network &amp; Internet<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Network &amp; Internet settings on Windows 11.\" class=\"wp-image-31010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-6.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Choose <em>Wi-Fi<\/em> or another option, depending on the connection you\u2019re using.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Wi-Fi settings on Windows 11.\" class=\"wp-image-31011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-7.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n\n<li>Click <em>Hardware Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Hardware Properties on Windows 11.\" class=\"wp-image-31012\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-8.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n\n<li>Next to <em>IP assignment,<\/em> click <em>Edit<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-1024x576.png\" alt=\"The IP assignment settings on Windows 11.\" class=\"wp-image-31013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-9.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n\n<li>Switch to <em>Manual<\/em> and enable IPv4.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-1024x576.png\" alt=\"IPv4 settings on Windows 11 for manual IP assignment.\" class=\"wp-image-31014\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-10.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n\n<li>Enter your new IP address, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/what-is-a-subnet-mask\/\">subnet mask<\/a>, and gateway. If you\u2019re not sure what new IP address to use, <a href=\"#hta\">follow these steps<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-1024x576.png\" alt=\"IPv4 settings on Windows 11 for manual IP assignment.\" class=\"wp-image-31090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-11.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"7\">\n\n<li>Click <em>Save.<\/em><\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mac\">Mac<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click the Apple menu and go to <em>System Settings.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of macOS desktop screen, showing the System Settings menu.\" class=\"wp-image-31015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-12.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Choose <em>Network<\/em> from the sidebar menu, find your active network connection at the top, and click <em>Details<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Network menu in macOS System Settings.\" class=\"wp-image-31016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-13.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n\n<li>Choose the <em>TCP\/IP<\/em> tab.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the TCP\/IP tab in macOS Network Settings\" class=\"wp-image-31017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-14.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n\n<li>Next to <em>Configure IPv4<\/em>, open the dropdown menu and choose <em>Manually<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of macOS Network Settings showing where to manually configure IPv4\" class=\"wp-image-31018\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-15.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n\n<li>Enter <a href=\"#hta\">your new IP address<\/a>, subnet mask, and router address.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of manual configuration options for IPv4 in macOS Network Settings\" class=\"wp-image-31019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-16.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n\n<li>Click <em>OK <\/em>to save changes.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-linux\">Linux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open <em>Settings<\/em>, and then go to <em>Network.<\/em> Click on <em>Wi-Fi<\/em>, then click the gear icon next to your connected network.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to find Wi-Fi settings on Linux\" class=\"wp-image-31020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-17.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Go to the IPv4 tab. Switch from Automatic (DHCP) to Manual in the drop-down menu next to <em>Addresses<\/em>. <a href=\"#hta\">Enter your new IP address<\/a>, netmask, and gateway.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to change IP address on Linux\" class=\"wp-image-31021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-18.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n\n<li>Apply and reconnect.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-android\">Android<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <em>Settings<\/em> &gt; <em>Connections<\/em> &gt; <em>Wi-Fi<\/em>. Tap the gear icon next to your connected Wi-Fi network.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to find your current network settings on Android\" class=\"wp-image-31022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-19.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Tap <em>View more<\/em>. Then, under <em>IP settings,<\/em> switch from <em>DHCP<\/em> to <em>Static<\/em>. Enter a <a href=\"#hta\">new IP address<\/a> and save the changes.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to find your IP settings and change your IP address on Android\" class=\"wp-image-31023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-20.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-iphone\">iPhone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <em>Settings <\/em>&gt; <em>Wi-Fi<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Settings icon on the main screen on an iPhone, next to the Settings menu, with the Wi-Fi option highlighted.\" class=\"wp-image-31096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Settings-Wi-Fi-on-iOS.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n\n<li>Tap the (i) icon next to your connected network. Scroll down to <em>IPv4 Address <\/em>and tap <em>Configure IP.<\/em><\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Connected Wi-Fi network on an iPhone, and the IP configuration option.\" class=\"wp-image-31098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Configure-IP-on-iOS.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n\n<li>Select <em>Manual <\/em>and enter a <a href=\"#hta\">new IP address<\/a>, subnet mask, and router.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"461\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-461x1024.png\" alt=\"Setting a static IP on an iPhone.\" class=\"wp-image-31099\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:444px;height:860px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-461x1024.png 461w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-135x300.png 135w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-768x1707.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-691x1536.png 691w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS-922x2048.png 922w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Static-IP-iOS.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 461px) 85vw, 461px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-top: 1em;\" class=\"continue wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n\n<li>Tap <em>Save<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hta\">How to Assign a Static Private IP Address<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019ve found where to enter a static IP on your device, the next step is choosing a number that won\u2019t interfere with other devices on your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A static private IP must meet two criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It must fall within a valid private IP range.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It must not conflict with any IP currently assigned by your router.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-private-ip-address-ranges\">Private IP Address Ranges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Private IP addresses are reserved within the following ranges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most home networks use the 192.168.x.x range by default.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-use-your-router-to-pick-a-safe-ip\">Method 1: Use Your Router to Pick a Safe IP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the most accurate and reliable method. It lets you avoid IP conflicts by checking what your router is already assigning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-check-your-router-s-dhcp-range\">Step 1: Check Your Router\u2019s DHCP Range<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DHCP range is the set of addresses your router automatically assigns to devices. To check it, log into your router by entering its IP (usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) in a browser. In the LAN or DHCP settings section, look for a DHCP range, such as 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-check-which-addresses-are-already-being-used\">Step 2: Check Which Addresses Are Already Being Used<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for a list labeled \u201cConnected Devices,\u201d \u201cLAN Clients,\u201d or \u201cDHCP Clients,\u201d where you can see active devices and their assigned IPs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-choose-a-static-ip-address-outside-the-dhcp-range\">Step 3: Choose a Static IP Address Outside the DHCP Range<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick an IP outside the DHCP range and not already in use. For example, if your DHCP range is 192.168.1.100\u2013200, safe options would include 192.168.1.2\u201399 or 192.168.1.201\u2013254.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important: <\/strong>Avoid 192.168.1.1, as that\u2019s typically reserved for the router itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-estimate-your-ip-range-from-windows\">Method 2: Estimate Your IP Range from Windows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can\u2019t access your router settings, you can determine your IP range by following the steps below on Windows. However, note that this method isn\u2019t as safe or reliable as the one above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-find-your-current-network-details\">Step 1: Find Your Current Network Details<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find your current network information by pressing <em>Win + R<\/em>, typing <em>cmd<\/em>, and then clicking <em>OK<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-1024x299.png\" alt=\"How to find your IP address on Windows using the run dialogue box\" class=\"wp-image-31027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-1024x299.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-768x224.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-1536x449.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24-1200x351.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-24.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Type <em>ipconfig<\/em> and press <em>Enter<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-1024x534.png\" alt=\"How to find your IP address information on Windows through the Command Prompt\" class=\"wp-image-31028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-1024x534.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-768x401.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-1536x801.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25-1200x626.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-25.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for your IPv4 address and check the subnet mask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-1024x530.png\" alt=\"How to find your IP address range through the Windows Command Prompt\" class=\"wp-image-31029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-1024x530.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-300x155.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-768x397.png 768w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-1536x795.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26-1200x621.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/how-to-change-ip-address-26.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-check-what-you-can-change\">Step 2: Check What You Can Change<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use your subnet mask to figure out which part of the IP address can be edited:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0: <\/strong>You can only change the last number of the IP. The safe range is 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subnet Mask 255.255.0.0: <\/strong>You can change the last two numbers of the IP. The safe range is 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.255.254.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subnet Mask 255.0.0.0: <\/strong>You can change the last three numbers of the IP. The safe range is 192.0.0.1 to 192.255.255.254.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-check-if-the-new-ip-is-already-in-use\">Step 3: Check If the New IP Is Already in Use<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <em>Command Prompt, <\/em>ping the IP address you picked. The IP is most likely safe to use if it times out or \u201cDestination host unreachable\u201d appears.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To double-check, type \u201carp -a\u201d to list all IP addresses your computer has seen recently. This will confirm the ones that are already in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 1em; border-radius: 1em;\"><p><strong>Final Tip: <\/strong>Even with these checks, occasional conflicts can still happen on crowded networks. If your device reports IP issues after setup, try choosing a different address farther away from your DHCP range.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753624168281\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I change my IP address manually?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The specific steps depend on your device and OS. Generally, it involves finding your active connection under your network settings and replacing your current IP address with a new one. Here are the <a href=\"#htc\">step-by-step guides for changing your IP address<\/a> on major operating systems.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753624187146\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I change my IP address on an iPhone?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way to change your IP address on an iPhone is to <a href=\"#vpn\">use a VPN<\/a>. You can download a VPN from the App Store, connect to a server, and you\u2019re done.\u00a0<br>Alternatively, you can change the private IP address on your iPhone manually by editing your active connection in your phone\u2019s network settings. However, this will only be visible within your local network, and the websites you visit will still see the same public IP.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753624209254\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will a VPN change my IP address automatically?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><a href=\"#vpn\">Yes, as long as you\u2019re connected to it<\/a>. Additionally, you\u2019ll likely be assigned a new IP each time you connect to a server, even if it\u2019s the same location. If you prefer having a consistent IP address, you can use a VPN that offers dedicated IP addresses. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/benefits-dedicated-ip\/\">PIA offers dedicated IPs in multiple countries<\/a>.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753624246571\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I choose an IP address from a specific country?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can get an IP address in a specific country <a href=\"#vpn\">by connecting to a VPN server in that location<\/a>. You can usually check if your VPN offers servers in your preferred country by visiting its official website.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753624304669\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why would someone want to change their IP address?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most common reasons are protecting your online privacy and bypassing bans or restrictions. Changing an IP can also prevent targeted ads or limit profiling by ISPs. In cases of cyberattacks, changing the IP can help avoid further threats. In all these situations, using <a href=\"#vpn\">a VPN is the best solution<\/a>, as it changes your public IP address while hiding your data from prying eyes.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you want to change your IP address to improve privacy, access a website, or fix network issues, there are several reliable methods, each suited to different needs. 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