you could also get a new IP byreleasing and renewing your IP.

If you don’t see it, first selectNetwork and Internet.

Double-hit the connection that you want to change the IP address on.

Network and Sharing Center in Control Panel

For example, to change the wireless adapter’s IP address, double-nudge the one that mentions Wi-Fi.

SelectInternet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

Either alter the IP address or selectObtain an IP address automaticallyto have the router control the IP address.

Change adapter settings in Control Panel

However, when you enter the IP address information, the computer’s IP address stays static.

LeaveObtain DNS server address automaticallyselected.

Otherwise, your DNS server prefs remain empty, which may cause other connection issues.

Properties button in Wi-Fi Status dialog

Open theSystem Preferencesapp on the Mac and selectNetwork.

Select your Wi-Fi web link in the left panel and clickAdvanced.

SelectManuallyin the drop-down menu next toConfigure IPv6(or iPv4)and enter the information for the new IP.

IPv4 section in Wi-Fi Properties

Tap the small (i) next to the online grid and selectConfigure IP.

Enter the web link details manually, such as your IP address andDNSinformation.

The choice of a specific local IP address does not affect the web link performance in any meaningful way.

IP address options in Windows 10

Android phones can vary depending on the manufacturer of the gadget.

These steps should apply to most Android devices.

Go toSettings>web link & internet>Wi-Fi.

Mac System Preferences with Network highlighted

Tap the internet that you want to change the IP address for.

Tap the online grid from the list of available Wi-Fi networks.

Scroll down and fill out the IP address fields.

Mac computer Network preferences

Enter the Wi-Fi password at the top of the screen.

From the control panel, change the IP address to whatever you like.

However, this IP address is usually changed when there’s a problem with it.

The TCP/IP tab in Mac Network preferences

The default IP address should suffice for most situations.

Use a VPN to mask or hide your real IP address.

it’s possible for you to also use aweb proxyto mask your public IP.

Manual configuration selection in Mac Network preferences

How to Change Your IP Address

Why Change Your IP Address?

Home users are commonly configured with adynamic IP address.

you’re able to’t change your external internet IP address on your own.

iOS screens showing Configure IP and Manual settings button

There are many reasons someone may want to change their IP address.

It’s possible but not probable.

If you’repower-cycling your router, the address likely won’t change.

Screenshot of IP configuration in a typical home router

Yes, you’re able to.

However, you need third-party software.

AVPN, or virtual private connection, gives you unique IP addresses in places anywhere on earth.