VPN - Change My IP Address

There are many reasons why a user might want to change their IP address. These will be discussed further below. But first, what is an IP address?

An IP address is a unique set of numbers separated by periods (i.e. 201.5.02.731) that identifies each device and allows it to communicate with other devices on a network.

Your ISP (Internet Service Provider) assigns your device an IP address each time you connect to the Internet. IP addresses can be static (not changing) or dynamic (changing).

From your IP address, the physical location of your ISP is known. Other than your ISP, no one else can pinpoint your home address from your IP address.

Reasons to Change IP Address

At this point, you may wonder, “What are some good reasons why I would I want to change my IP address?” Well, there are multiple reasons why someone would want to change his or her device’s IP address:

To overcome the download limits per IP address within a certain time period on certain p2p sharing networks.

To bypass bans on forums or chat rooms.

To surf the web anonymously and avoid tracking by the government, advertisers or cyber criminals.

To bypass Internet censorship imposed by your local ISP, or other governments and institutions.

Virtual Geolocation: Reside in multiple countries in Europe, the Americas or Asia simply by changing your IP geolocation

Global Reach: Access online media reserved for other countries

Internet Freedom: Unblock restricted websites, bypass Internet censorship and content filters

Online Privacy: Hide your internet identity and browse anonymously

Internet Security: Safe Internet browsing, P2P and file-sharing