Mobile Phones > iPhone & iOS How to Change the IP Address on Your iPhone Renew the DHCP lease for a new Wi-Fi address By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Facebook Twitter Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 19, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android What to Know To renew the lease, go to Settings > Wi-Fi > Information > Renew Lease > Renew Lease.To enter static IP, go to Settings > Wi-Fi > Information > Configure IP > Manual > under Manual IP enter IP address.If you use VPN, disconnect and reconnect to your VPN for a new IP address. This article explains how to change the IP address on your iPhone. Additional information covers how to renew the lease of your IP address. Instructions apply to iPhone,iPad, and iPod touch devices with iOS 11 or later. How to Change the IP Address on iPhone by Renewing the Lease Take the following steps to request a new IP address for your iPhone from your router: Renewing your DHCP lease does not guarantee that you're always assigned a new IP address. It is dependent on the router and Wi-Fi network settings. Open the Settings app. In the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi. A list of available networks appears. The one you're currently connected to has a blue checkmark. Tap the Information (i) icon to the right of the network name. Various data points and settings for your active Wi-Fi network appear. Tap Renew Lease. Tap Renew Lease again at the bottom of the screen. How to Enter a Static IP Address on Your iPhone You can also manually change the IP address on your iPhone. However, you must have control over your Wi-Fi router (or have a static IP from a network administrator). Follow these instructions to enter a static IP address for your iOS device: Open the Settings app. In the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi. A list of nearby networks appears. The one you're connected to is noted with a blue checkmark. Tap the Information (i) icon to the right of the network name. Tap Configure IP. Tap Manual. A new section labeled Manual IP displays. Enter your static IP address and its corresponding Subnet Mask and Router address. How to Change Your iPhone's IP Address Through VPN Most VPN services assign a different IP address to your iPhone each time you establish a new connection. If you use a VPN, disconnect and reconnect to the internet for a new IP address. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit