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| <p>When browsing the internet, using applications, or deploying websites, you may have come across the term “IPv4.” IPv4 is one of the foundational communication protocols of the internet—it determines how we locate and communicate with each other online. In this article, we’ll take a comprehensive look at what IPv4 is, how it works, and how it compares to IPv6.</p>
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| <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="ez-toc-section" id="what-is-ipv4"></span><strong>What Is IPv4?</strong><strong></strong><span class="ez-toc-section-end"></span></h2>
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| <p>IPv4, short for Internet Protocol version 4, is the most widely used version of the IP protocol on the internet today. It enables communication between devices by assigning a unique IP address to each one.</p>
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| <p>An IPv4 address consists of 32 bits and is typically expressed in dotted-decimal format, such as 192.168.0.1. Each address is made up of four numbers ranging from 0 to 255, allowing for approximately 4.2 billion unique IP addresses in total.</p>
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| <p>The core function of IPv4 is to assign addresses to devices and facilitate data exchange between them across a network. Here’s how it works:</p>
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| <p>An IPv4 proxy is an intermediary server that uses an IPv4 address to send network requests on behalf of the user. It hides the user’s real IP address and replaces it with the proxy server’s IP during communication.</p>
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| <p>Although IPv6 is being adopted gradually, IPv4 remains the dominant protocol for internet communication. Its long-standing popularity can be attributed to several key advantages:</p>
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| <p><strong>Mature and Stable</strong><br>IPv4 was introduced in 1981 and has undergone over four decades of refinement. It is well-supported across devices and operating systems due to its clear structure and ease of implementation.</p>
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| <p><strong>Wide Global Compatibility</strong><br>IPv4 is the default protocol for almost all network-enabled devices—ranging from home routers and smartphones to enterprise servers and IoT hardware.</p>
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| <p>IPv4 proxies are favored in a variety of digital tasks due to their strong compatibility, ease of deployment, and solid anonymity. Key use cases include:</p>
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| <p><strong>Web Scraping and Data Collection</strong><br>IPv4 proxies act as a “cloak” for web crawlers. By rotating IPs, they prevent overloading target sites and reduce the risk of being blocked.</p>
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| <p><strong>Account Registration and Multi-Account Management</strong><br>Platforms often restrict multiple accounts from the same IP. IPv4 proxies help bypass these restrictions, enabling safe operation of multiple profiles.</p>
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| <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature</strong><strong></strong></td><td><strong>IPv4</strong><strong></strong></td><td><strong>IPv6</strong><strong></strong></td></tr><tr><td>Address Length</td><td>32-bit (4 octets)</td><td>128-bit (8 groups of hex)</td></tr><tr><td>Address Quantity</td><td>~4.2 billion</td><td>Virtually unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Format</td><td>Dotted-decimal (e.g., 192.168.0.1)</td><td>Colon-separated hex (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334)</td></tr><tr><td>NAT Support</td><td>Supported</td><td>Usually unnecessary</td></tr><tr><td>Compatibility</td><td>Universally supported</td><td>Gradually being adopted</td></tr><tr><td>Security</td><td>Requires external solutions</td><td>Built-in IPsec for enhanced security</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
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| <p>IPv4 has been the backbone of modern internet communication for decades. Its simplicity, stability, and compatibility ensure its continued relevance in a wide range of network environments. By using an IPv4 proxy, users can securely and efficiently access online resources while maintaining privacy.</p>
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| <p>While IPv6 adoption continues to grow, for most users and businesses, IPv4 remains the most cost-effective and reliable option. If you need features like anonymous browsing, account management, or web scraping, a stable IPv4 proxy service such as <strong><a href="residential-proxies.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://WebIP.com/pricing/residential-proxies/">WebIP</a></strong> is a smart and practical choice.</p>
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