It's simple to add a Unique IP to your DreamHost account. Unique IPs are just $5.95/month, or you can save $11.45 by pre-ordering for an entire year at $59.95.
To create a Unique IP address:
This article explains how to add an IPv4 address. If you would rather add an IPv6 address, view the following article:
Adding an IPv4 address
- Open the (Panel > 'Domains' > 'Manage Domains') page.
- Click the Add IP link under the desired domain.
- The Adding unique IP address page opens:
- Select a payment option from the dropdown menu, and then click the blue Add a Unique IP to DOMAIN now! button.
- Return to the Manage Domains page to confirm the IP address is added.
- Once the IP address has been added, it will take several hours for it to resolve online.
- This Unique IP address will automatically renew at the end of its term (monthly or yearly). You must remove it manually to stop any future charges.
Removing a Unique IP address from a domain
To delete a Unique IP address:
- Open the (Panel > 'Domains' > 'Manage Domains') page.
- Click the red X icon next to the Unique IP you wish to remove.
- The Destroy IP address page opens:
- Confirm the deletion by checking the box and clicking the blue Remove ###.###.###.### from DOMAIN now! button.
