Dedicated IP for Game Servers
Drop the confusing ports. Get a Dedicated IP to use default game ports (like 25565 or 28015) and connect with a clean, professional address like play.yourdomain.com.
Connection Example
- Shared IP: 89.34.12.5:28412
- Dedicated IP: 89.34.12.6
- Players connect directly without typing random ports.
Why add a Dedicated IP to your server?
A dedicated IP completely isolates your network traffic and allows your server to bind to the default port of the game you are hosting.
Professional Branding
Use a clean subdomain (play.server.com) without requiring your players to type in a long string of numbers and a custom port.
Default Ports
Access ports like 25565 for Minecraft or 28015 for Rust. Players simply enter your IP and hit connect.
Network Isolation
Your server gets its own unique IPv4 address, isolating your traffic from other servers on the same node.
Easy DNS Setup
Setting up A records in your DNS is straightforward when you don't have to deal with SRV records for custom ports.
Unlock Default Ports for Popular Games
Every game has a default port that the client looks for automatically. A dedicated IP guarantees you get that port.
Minecraft
Default Port: 25565. No more SRV records needed for a clean domain.
FiveM
Default Port: 30120. Crucial for server listing and direct connects.
Rust
Default Port: 28015. Streamlines the connection process for your community.
CS2 / CS:GO
Default Port: 27015. Standard competitive port for community servers.
How to use your Dedicated IP
Setting up a clean domain name for your server is easy once you have a dedicated IP.
1. Select Add-on
Choose the Dedicated IP add-on when configuring your game server during checkout.
2. Bind to Default Port
Your server will automatically be assigned the default port for your specific game.
3. DNS Configuration
Create a simple 'A Record' in your domain's DNS settings pointing to your new IP address.
4. Connect
Players can now connect using just the domain name (e.g., play.yoursite.com).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I strictly need a Dedicated IP?+
No, your server will work perfectly fine on a shared IP with a custom port. A dedicated IP is an optional upgrade for aesthetics, branding, and ease of use.
Can I add a Dedicated IP later?+
Yes, you can request to purchase a Dedicated IP later via a support ticket. However, adding it later will change your server's IP address.
Does a Dedicated IP improve performance?+
A dedicated IP does not improve CPU or RAM performance, but it isolates your network traffic which can help mitigate collateral network congestion.
How do I link my domain to it?+
You just need to create an 'A' record in your domain registrar's DNS panel (like Cloudflare or GoDaddy) that points to your new dedicated IP.
Is the Dedicated IP DDoS protected?+
Yes, our dedicated IPs run through the exact same enterprise DDoS mitigation filters as our shared IPs.
Upgrade your community's experience
Make connecting to your server as easy as possible. Browse our game hosting plans and select the Dedicated IP add-on.