September 26, 2025
Connect to a Specific IP With a Proxy Server
TL;DR
A specific IP proxy (static proxy) routes traffic through one fixed IP instead of rotating. This gives you a stable identity for logins, QA, ad verification, or localized testing. This guide shows how to connect to a static IP proxy on Windows, macOS, Chrome, and Firefox. For developer-grade control, Ping Network’s universal bandwidth layer provides real residential IPs, session stickiness, and API-first scaling across 150+ countries.
Introduction
Need a stable, geo-accurate identity on the Internet for account management, QA, or data collection? A specific IP proxy gives you a consistent IP so websites always see the same location.
In this guide, you’ll learn:
In this guide, you’ll learn:
- What a specific IP proxy is
- When to choose static residential IPs
- Step-by-step setup on Windows, macOS, Chrome, and Firefox
- Best practices for long-running sessions
- How Ping Network simplifies static IP use with API-first controls, global coverage, and real residential IPs
What Is a Specific IP Proxy?
A specific IP proxy routes your traffic through one fixed IP address. Unlike rotating proxies that change identity, static proxies preserve the same IP for your session or longer.
Why it matters:
Why it matters:
- Consistency: Stable logins, fewer prompts, predictable trust.
- Geo targeting: Pin exact city/country for pricing, testing, or content.
- Reliability: Long-running jobs without mid-session IP changes.
Types of Specific IP Proxies
- Static Residential Proxies: ISP-issued IPs from real households. Best for trust, accuracy, ad verification, and account work.
- Static Datacenter Proxies: Fast, cost-efficient. Best for non-sensitive tasks where reputation matters less.
- Static Mobile Proxies: Mobile carrier IPs. Useful for mobile-first campaigns and apps.
Step-by-Step: Connect to a Specific IP
1) Get Proxy Credentials
From your provider dashboard, copy host, port, username, and password.
Formats:
HOST:PORT
username:password@HOST:PORT
username=session-abc123-country-us:password@HOST:PORT
Formats:
HOST:PORT
username:password@HOST:PORT
username=session-abc123-country-us:password@HOST:PORT
2) Configure on Windows
- Settings → Network & Internet → Proxy
- Manual proxy setup → On
- Enter host/IP and port → Save
- Enter username/password on first request
3) Configure on macOS
- System Settings → Network → Active network → Details
- Proxies → Check HTTP & HTTPS
- Enter host and port → OK → Apply
- Auth prompt appears on first use
4) Configure in Chrome
- Chrome → Settings → System → Open your computer’s proxy settings
- Follow Windows or macOS steps
5) Configure in Firefox
- Settings → General → Network Settings → Manual proxy configuration
- Enter HTTP/SSL host and port
- Check “Use this proxy for all protocols” → Save
- Auth prompt on first request
6) Verify Your IP
- Check with ipinfo.io or whatismyip.com to confirm IP and location.
Programmatic Usage Examples
curl -x http://username:password@HOST:PORT https://httpbin.org/ipcURL
const axios = require("axios");
const agent = require("https-proxy-agent");
const proxy = "http://username:password@HOST:PORT";
axios.get("https://httpbin.org/ip", { httpsAgent: agent(proxy) })
.then(r => console.log(r.data));Node.js (axios)
import requests
proxies = {
"http": "http://username:password@HOST:PORT",
"https": "http://username:password@HOST:PORT",
}
print(requests.get("https://httpbin.org/ip", proxies=proxies).text)Python (requests)
Best Practices for Static IP Sessions
- Match geo: Use location relevant to your use case.
- Enable stickiness: Keep cookies and headers consistent.
- Limit concurrency: Don’t overload one IP.
- Rotate when needed: Add a small pool for retries.
- Monitor reputation: Watch for CAPTCHAs, 403s, latency spikes.
- Secure secrets: Store proxy creds in a vault.
When to Use Ping Network
If you need stable sessions with developer-grade control, use Ping Network’s universal bandwidth layer:
- Real residential IPs with session stickiness
- On-demand scaling and API-first geo targeting
- Global coverage in 150+ countries
- Pay-as-you-go cost efficiency
- Decentralized resilience, no single failure point
Troubleshooting
- Still seeing your real IP? Recheck OS vs browser proxy settings.
- Frequent logouts/prompts? Use static residential + sticky sessions.
- Random blocks/CAPTCHAs? Slow request rate, add delays, use rotating backup.
- Wrong geo? Reconfirm chosen country/city, then retest IP.
FAQ
Static vs rotating for IP work?
Static = stable identity. Rotating = scale & unblocking. Many teams use both.
Bind static IP to one app only?
Yes, via Firefox/app-level proxy settings.
HTTP, HTTPS, or SOCKS?
Use HTTP(S) for most traffic. SOCKS5 for apps that support it.
Do static residential IPs improve success rates?
Yes. They reduce flags and boost trust on sensitive sites.
Conclusion
Connecting to a specific IP with a proxy gives you stability and geo accuracy that rotating proxies can’t. It’s essential for account logins, QA, and long-running workflows.
With Ping Network, you get:
Book a call with our team and see how Ping Network can power your workflows.
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With Ping Network, you get:
- Real residential IPs with session stickiness
- API-first scaling and geo targeting
- Global coverage with decentralized resilience
Book a call with our team and see how Ping Network can power your workflows.
📖 Docs