How Frequently Do IP Addresses Change and Why It Matters for Accurate Data

Written by ipinfo | Published 2025/07/30
Tech Story Tags: ip-address-changes | ipv4-vs-ipv6-stability | dynamic-ip-address | static-ip | ipinfo-data-accuracy | isp-ip-policies | hackernoon-top-story | good-company

TLDRIP addresses, especially IPv4, change frequently due to ISP policies, shared networks, hosting transfers, and privacy tools. IPinfo data shows 1.3% of IPv4 addresses change cities daily, 16% monthly, and 44% yearly. IPv6 addresses are more stable. To maintain accuracy, IPinfo updates its database every 24 hours, helping businesses optimize security and user experiences.via the TL;DR App
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Published by HackerNoon on 2025/07/30
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