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IP addresses, especially IPv4, change frequently due to ISP policies, shared networks, hosting transfers, and privacy tools. IPinfo data shows 1.3% of IPv4 addresses change cities daily, 16% monthly, and 44% yearly. IPv6 addresses are more stable. To maintain accuracy, IPinfo updates its database every 24 hours, helping businesses optimize security and user experiences.