SteadIP has launched a dedicated IPv4 over WireGuard service designed to provide homelab users, developers, and small businesses with clean, stable public IPv4 addresses without requiring changes to their existing ISP connections. The service addresses common networking challenges including changing ISP addresses, CGNAT restrictions, and limited inbound connectivity that frequently affect modern home and small office networks.
The core offering provides customers with a dedicated public IPv4 delivered through an encrypted WireGuard tunnel, enabling both reliable outbound connectivity for IP allowlists and inbound access to self-hosted services. This approach allows users to maintain consistent IP addresses for services that require stable egress points while also enabling external access to internal resources.
SteadIP offers two distinct inbound connectivity options tailored to different customer requirements. Selected Port Forwarding allows users to expose only specific TCP/UDP ports such as SSH, HTTPS, or game servers, providing targeted access while maintaining security. For users needing broader connectivity, the service offers Forward All Ports (1:1 NAT) capabilities on higher-tier plans, enabling comprehensive inbound reachability for labs, appliances, or SMB environments.
"Our goal with SteadIP is simple: make a dedicated public IPv4 accessible for legitimate, long-term use—homelabs and small businesses workloads that need stable inbound access and predictable outbound IP allowlisting," said Maxime Labelle, founder of SteadIP. "WireGuard makes the experience fast and straightforward across routers, servers, and desktops."
Beyond basic IP allocation, the service includes optional hostname support under steadip.com, allowing customers to assign memorable names to their dedicated IP addresses. This feature simplifies access to self-hosted services while maintaining professional presentation. Customers can also add extra dedicated IPv4 addresses as needed for separating environments, services, or allowlists, providing flexibility for growing infrastructure needs.
SteadIP is available immediately with plans starting at $5 per month or $50 annually, including a dedicated IPv4 and selected port forwarding capabilities. Pro plans offer higher traffic allowances, additional device support, and Forward All Ports (1:1 NAT) capabilities for more demanding use cases. The service infrastructure is designed with fast uplinks and predictable bandwidth allowances to support always-on services reliably.
For homelab enthusiasts and small businesses, this service represents a significant advancement in overcoming the limitations of consumer internet connections. By providing dedicated public IPs through secure tunnels, SteadIP enables professional-grade networking capabilities previously accessible primarily to enterprises with business-class internet services. The ability to maintain consistent IP addresses addresses critical needs for services requiring IP-based authentication, while the inbound connectivity options open new possibilities for self-hosting applications, services, and development environments.
The broader implications extend to the growing trend of decentralized infrastructure and remote work capabilities. As more individuals and small organizations seek to host their own services rather than relying on centralized cloud providers, solutions like SteadIP's dedicated IPv4 service become essential infrastructure components. The service's focus on legitimate use cases and clean IP reputation management also addresses growing concerns about network security and abuse prevention in shared hosting environments.
