What is a dedicated IP, and do I need one?
A dedicated IP is an IP address used only by your server, rather than a shared node IP with a specific port. It gives you a clean address that's yours alone — and every VPS already includes one by default.
How dedicated IPs work
The difference shows up mostly in how players and services reach your server.
- Every VPS includes 1 dedicated IP by default, so your VPS already has its own address.
- On game hosting, servers are reached at a shared node IP plus a specific port by default; a dedicated IP gives you an address that's yours alone — often usable on the game's default port with no port number to share.
- Additional IPs are a paid add-on at $4/month per IP.
Tip: A dedicated IP is handy when you want a clean address — to run on the standard port, attach a domain simply, or keep your address off a shared node. Your VPS comes with one already; extra IPs are $4/month each.
Do you need one?
It depends on how you want people to connect.
- A dedicated IP shines when you want a tidy, default-port address or a simple domain setup.
- If you're on a VPS, you already have one, so there's nothing extra to buy unless you need more.
Frequently asked questions
Does my VPS include a dedicated IP? Yes — every VPS includes 1 dedicated IP by default.
Can I get more than one? Yes — additional IPs are $4/month per IP.
Are dedicated IPs only for Minecraft? No — they can benefit other games and services too.