Static Vs Dynamic IP Address – Types of IP Addresses

Last Updated on April 19, 2022 by Tech Queries Team

In our previous article, we have spoken about What is IP Address, and the difference between IPV4 Vs IPV6. Today we will be talking about Types of IP Addresses, that is Static Vs Dynamic IP Address.

Types of IP Address – Static Vs Dynamic IP Address:

What is a Dynamic IP Address?

When you connect your device to the Internet, the Internet Service Provider (ISP) provides you an IP address from the range of available IP addresses. However, next time when you connect your device to the Internet, the ISP would provide a different IP address from the same available range.

The IP address keeps changing every time you connect your device to the Internet. Therefore, it is called Dynamic IP Address. Most of the users get a Dynamic IP Address. 

What is a Static IP Address?

Static IP Address (also known as Dedicated IP) serves as a Permanent Internet Address, because it never changes. Static IP Address serves as a DNS Server. Moreover, by using Static Address, we can pinpoint the location of the device connected. Therefore, Dynamic IP Addresses are more secure. However, you might need to get a Static Address for professional purposes. 

How to Get a Static IP Address?

You must contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) to change your IP Address from Dynamic to Static. It would also cost you extra money. Besides that, some VPN Service Providers also provide a Static IP Address like NordVPN, PureVPN, and more. 

After you get the Dedicated/Static IP Address, you can read the article by Netgear to set up the Static IP in Windows.

Difference between Static Vs Dynamic IP Address in Tabular Form:

Static IP Address	Dynamic IP Address
More Reliable for VoIP and Gaming.	Using Dynamic IP Addresses gives you Privacy.
You can use your PC as a server	DHCP Server is required to obtain the IP Address.
Faster and stable downloads and uploads speed	Lower internet connection speed
It is easy to trace Static Address devices	It is not easy to track your Original Location as the IP keeps changing.
It is expensive	Cheaper
Works great for providing remote access	You need to check the IP Address constantly as it is always changing
Helps avoid captchas	Captcha verification is asked when IP is changed

Conclusion:

IP Address is the Unique Identification Number of your Device. IP Address is classified into Static (Dedicated) IP Address and Dynamic IP Address. The major difference between Static Vs Dynamic IP Address is that the Dynamic IP changes frequently, whereas Static IP is permanent. Most Internet Service Providers give you a Dynamic IP Address because it is cheaper and safer than a Static IP Address. However, you can install VPN Software or contact your ISP to get a Static IP Address.