Surfshark expands dedicated IP to Linux in its latest desktop update

• Dedicated IP is now available in Surfshark’s Linux GUI app
• The feature reduces CAPTCHAs and improves access to sensitive services
• Surfshark continues expanding dedicated IP after major upgrades in 2025

Surfshark has just expanded its dedicated IP feature to Linux, bringing the option directly to its Linux GUI app for the first time. Until now, Linux users could only use Surfshark’s dedicated IP through a browser extension, limiting the way the feature could be used across the operating system.

The update builds on Surfshark’s dedicated IP push, which began in 2023. The dedicated IP rollout has expanded significantly throughout 2025, increasing the number of locations and widening platform support, which now includes also the Linux VPN app.

Surfshark was already one of the best VPN providers according to our in-depth testing. Adding native Linux integration and a dedicated IP will make it even more optimized for that group of users.

Why a dedicated IP matters for Linux users

A dedicated IP does exactly what you’d expect: it offers a static IP address that’s unique to you, rather than one that’s shared among hundreds of users.

Shared VPN IPs are often crowded and more likely to be flagged by websites. A dedicated IP address, on the other hand, provides a consistent online identity.

That means fewer CAPTCHAs, fewer verification prompts, and an overall smoother experience when you use services that don’t work well with shared VPN traffic. A dedicated IP is especially useful for services that expect logins to come from a stable location, such as online banking, remote servers, and internal work tools.

Surfshark’s dedicated IP also works across its modern VPN stack, including WireGuard, which ensures that you don’t have to trade performance for stability. The result is a faster, more reliable connection that feels like a regular home IP, all without giving up VPN protection.

How to use Surfshark’s dedicated IP on Linux

Surfshark’s dedicated IP is available as a paid add-on to any Surfshark plan. To get started, all you need to do is log into your Surfshark account, buy the dedicated IP add-on, and choose your preferred location.

Once activated, the dedicated IP will appear in a new tab within the Linux GUI app. From there, you can connect to it like any other server location without any additional setup.

Dedicated IPs are currently available across 20 locations worldwide. However, availability may vary by region, as the number of dedicated IPs per location is limited and may sell out.

Why this update matters for both Surfshark and Linux users

Bringing dedicated IP to Linux falls neatly in line with Surfshark’s broader strategy of expanding advanced features across its entire VPN ecosystem.

Since first launching dedicated IP in 2023, Surfshark has steadily rolled out the feature to Windows, macOS, mobile platforms, and browser extensions, with major expansions throughout 2025.

Adding native Linux support finally closes one of the few remaining gaps, especially for power users who prefer a full desktop app over a browser-based tool. For devs, remote workers, and privacy-conscious Linux users, the update offers a more consistent experience across devices.

With dedicated IP now available on every major platform, Surfshark delivers fewer blocks, smoother logins, and improved control. And as demand grows, it looks likely that the company will continue to expand and refine the feature.

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