Buy IPv4 addresses
Full ownership after RIR transfer: dedicated space for cloud, hosting, or enterprise. One upfront payment, long-term cost certainty, and the ability to use or lease out your block with any provider.
What is buy IPv4?
Buying IPv4 means acquiring a block on the secondary market and completing an RIR transfer so the addresses are registered to you (or your LIR). You get full ownership, long-term cost certainty, and can use the space with any provider (BYOIP, hosting, enterprise) or lease it out later. With RIR allocations largely exhausted, buying is the main way to get dedicated space.
/24 ··· /16
Block sizes available
5 RIRs
RIPE · ARIN · APNIC · LACNIC · AFRINIC
LIR-backed transfers
Compliant RIR process
Why buy instead of leasing or renting?
Long-term cost certainty
One upfront payment; no recurring fees. Over many years, ownership often costs less than leasing when you need space permanently.
Full control and portability
Owned addresses can be used with any provider, announced via BGP, or leased out. You’re not tied to a single lessor or contract.
Asset you can resell
You can sell or transfer the block later. Leasing and renting don’t build an asset.
No contract renewals
Avoid renegotiation and price changes at renewal. Once the transfer is done, the space is yours for as long as you need it.
Common buy use cases
BYOIP, customer assignments, or long-term capacity with full ownership and provider flexibility.
Dedicated space for internal networks, data centers, or multi-year projects with predictable total cost.
Own clean blocks for reputation-sensitive services; full control over announcements and provider choice.
Buy to hold or to lease out to others; you keep ownership and earn from sub-assignments.
Buy vs lease
| Feature | Buy | Lease |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Full — RIR transfer to you | No — holder retains |
| Upfront cost | Large capital outlay | None |
| Typical term | Permanent | 1 month – 3+ years |
| Recurring cost | None after purchase | Monthly or quarterly |
| Flexibility | Low — you own it | Moderate — renew or return |
| Best for | Long-term infrastructure | Hosting · cloud · VPN · Proxy |
Step-by-step process to buy IPv4
Prefix size (/24–/16), region (ARIN, RIPE, APNIC, etc.), and any reputation or history requirements.
Find blocks for sale from our suppliers; compare pricing and seller reputation on our platform.
Check RIR records (WHOIS, RDAP), confirm the seller holds the block and that there are no liens or disputes.
Sign a Letter of Authorization and sale agreement; we facilitate the transfer as broker.
Submit the transfer to the relevant RIR; approval typically takes a few days to a few weeks. Once complete, the block is registered to you.
Indicative buy pricing (market-driven)
| Prefix | IPs | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| /24 | 256 | From €25/IP one-time | Get a quote |
| /23 | 512 | From €25/IP one-time | Get a quote |
| /22 | 1,024 | From €23/IP one-time | Get a quote |
| /21 and larger | 2,048+ | From €20/IP one-time | Get a quote |
Trust and due diligence
We're a broker and facilitate transactions; we work with LIRs so transfers meet RIR compliance and you get a clear chain of title. Document everything for your records and for possible resale or lease-out later.
Verify seller identity, RIR standing, and that the block is clean (not on blocklists) before completing the transaction.
What is an LOA?
A Letter of Authorization (LOA) is a signed document that authorizes the RIR to process the transfer of the IPv4 block from seller to buyer. We (as broker) help coordinate the LOA as part of the process.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to buy IPv4?
IPv4 purchase prices are market-driven and depend on region and prefix size. A /24 (256 addresses) often starts from around €25/IP; /22 and larger blocks typically cost less per address. Get current quotes for your region and block size on our marketplace.
Can I buy IPv4 without an LIR?
You need an LIR (or equivalent) in the RIR region to receive the transfer. We’re a broker and can arrange or facilitate the transfer through LIRs.
What happens after the RIR transfer completes?
The block is registered to you (or your LIR) in the RIR database. You have full ownership and can use the addresses with any provider, announce via BGP, or monetize your block later.
What is the smallest block I can buy?
A /24 (256 addresses) is the smallest independently routable block and the most common purchase size.
Where can I find IPv4 for sale?
Our marketplace lists IPv4 for sale from multiple suppliers; you can browse our listings and get a quote.
Ready to buy IPv4?
Get current quotes for your region and block size — LIR-backed transfers.