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IP rotation: make your browsing harder to track

Automatically change your IP without interrupting your connection
Use a rotating IP address to reduce advertiser profiling
Add an extra layer of privacy to your everyday internet use

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When should you use an IP rotator?

IP address rotation can be a powerful privacy tool if you use the internet every day. You can rotate your IP to:

Reduce cross-site tracking

Stop websites from easily sharing your data. Regularly changing your IP makes it harder for companies to follow your clicks from one site to another.

Limit advertiser profiling

Keep your interests private. By rotating IP addresses, you disrupt the data patterns marketers use to build targeted profiles of you.

Research prices fairly

Some websites alter prices based on your browsing history. Using IP rotation services helps you check flights or hotel prices as if you were a brand-new visitor.

Add an extra layer of privacy

Whether you’re reading the news or shopping online, IP rotating makes your everyday browsing activity much harder to connect to a single identity.

What is Surfshark’s rotating IP?

Surfshark’s rotating IP is an advanced VPN (Virtual Private Network) feature that automatically changes your IP (Internet Protocol) address every five minutes within your chosen VPN location.

A standard VPN connection keeps you with a single IP address for the entire session. If you use the same IP address for longer browsing periods, some traceable behavioral patterns may emerge.

In contrast, an IP rotator service breaks up these patterns before they can develop. Rotating IP regularly swaps your visible IP, making your online identity harder to track.

Powered by Surfshark’s Nexus technology, our rotating IP keeps your traffic fully encrypted while automatically refreshing your public IP address. This shields you from snooping, restricts surveillance, and disrupts profiling from advertisers.

How to activate the VPN rotating IP

With a Surfshark subscription, you can start IP rotation in just three simple steps.

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1. Launch Surfshark

Get a Surfshark subscription, download and open the app, and log in to your account.

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2. Access your Settings

Go to Settings > VPN Settings and scroll down to Advanced settings.

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3. Enable IP rotation

Toggle Rotating IP on to instantly boost your online privacy.

Rotating IP vs. other options:
which is right for you?

Different IP options serve different purposes. Here is a quick look at how rotating IPs compare to other solutions:

Rotating IP	Automatically changes your IP address while keeping your connection encrypted. Best for: general browsing, avoiding tracking, and researching prices.
Static VPN IP	Shares an unchanging IP address with other VPN users. Best for: secure everyday streaming and other services that flag frequent IP changes.
Dedicated IP	Provides a single, static IP address that only you use. Best for: securely accessing IP-sensitive online services and avoiding repeated human verifications.
Rotating proxy	Changes your IP address but typically doesn’t encrypt your entire internet connection. Best for: automated tasks or web scraping, but lacks the comprehensive privacy and security of a VPN.

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More Surfshark VPN features for broader protection

Surfshark offers advanced features that surpass those of standard proxies and other IP rotation software.

Double VPN

You can encrypt your internet traffic twice by routing it through two separate VPN servers, thanks to Surfshark’s Multi Hop double VPN. The feature lets you choose your own server pairs, making it easier to add an extra layer of protection for your most sensitive tasks.

Split tunneling

Our Bypasser split tunneling tool lets you choose which apps or websites use VPN protection and which connect directly to the internet. Select the data you want to encrypt and use two IP addresses simultaneously without disconnecting from your VPN.

Kill switch

Automatically disconnect your device from the internet if your VPN connection ever drops with Surfshark’s kill switch. This ensures your actual IP address stays private and your personal info doesn’t get exposed. If your VPN’s off, you’re offline — and safe from data leaks.

Obfuscated servers

Our obfuscated servers improve your online privacy by making a VPN connection harder to identify. This feature makes it harder for even your ISP to recognize VPN traffic, allowing users to access content in countries with oppressive internet censorship and VPN IP blocks.*

Ad blocking

Surfshark’s Clean Web ad blocker helps you block ads, trackers, and malicious websites as you browse. When used on our browser extension, Clean Web boosts safety by alerting you to past data leaks on the sites you visit, giving enhanced protection against phishing attacks.

*Obfuscation is available on the OpenVPN protocol.

Protect your whole household with one account

With its unlimited simultaneous connections, Surfshark allows multiple users to rotate IP addresses through a single VPN subscription. IP rotation is available on the following platforms:

Android iOS Windows macOS

See why millions trust Surfshark

Check out what users and tech experts around the world have to say about Surfshark.

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I’ve had SurfShark for years. It’s amazing.

12:28 AM · Aug 14, 2024

Eakan

@eakangk

Trialling out @surfshark’s IP rotation. It is doing it pretty well. Seamless in the background.

3:20 PM · Oct 26, 2024

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FAQ

What does IP rotation mean?

IP rotation is a feature that automatically changes your visible IP address at regular intervals. Instead of keeping the same virtual location for your entire internet session, it gives you a new one every few minutes to boost your privacy.

Should I turn on rotating IP?

Yes, if you want an extra layer of privacy while browsing the web. It’s especially useful for reducing targeted ads and preventing cross-site tracking.

Is IP rotation safe?

Yes. When you use trusted IP rotation services like Surfshark, your internet traffic remains fully encrypted even while your IP address changes. It actually improves your safety by making your online identity much harder to track.

What’s the difference between rotating IP and a rotating proxy?

Both options change your IP address, but a VPN rotating IP also encrypts your entire internet connection. A rotating proxy typically only masks the IP for specific apps or browsers and doesn’t offer the same level of data security.

Can I use rotating IP on all my devices?

Surfshark’s rotating IP is currently available on Windows, Android, iOS, and macOS devices. You can still enjoy VPN protection from Surfshark on other major platforms like Linux, FireTV, and Apple TV, and through browser extensions on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.

How often does rotating IP change my IP?

Surfshark’s rotating IP automatically changes your IP address about every five minutes. This interval increases privacy while providing uninterrupted internet access, ensuring your browsing remains secure and seamless.

Does rotating IP work with all VPN servers?

You can rotate IP addresses from nearly any of Surfshark’s server locations, but some specific servers are not part of our rotating IP service. With a global network of 4,500+ servers in 100 countries, you have many options available when looking to rotate IP addresses.

IP rotation: make your browsing harder to track