Private port vs multiport (backconnect)
"Private" vs "Multi": a dedicated IP that changes on your command, or a new address for every request — and which one fits your task.
A private port is a dedicated IP pinned to you, while multiport (backconnect) is a shared pool where the address changes with every new request. In short:
- Private port — a dedicated IP. It stays yours and changes only when you want: via a button in the Dashboard, the rotation link, or a timer.
- Multiport (backconnect) — a shared address pool. The IP changes automatically with each new request; there is no rotation link.
In the plans, these types are called “Private” and “Multi”.
Private port
A private port is your personal egress IP: it is not shared with other clients and stays unchanged between rotations. It is the right choice for ad and social media accounts where address stability matters.
We recommend a separate port for each user (or account). If several people share one port and one of them rotates the IP, the address changes for everyone connected to that port.
A reminder on the limit: the IP on a private port can be changed no more often than once every 150 seconds. See How to change the IP address on a private port.
Multiport (backconnect)
Multiport has no rotation link — every new request automatically gets a new IP address from the network pool. The “Rotation” tab is not shown in the Dashboard for it, because rotation happens on its own.
Backconnect suits automation, parsing, and tasks where the address does not need to persist between requests. For regular web surfing and account work, a private port is usually more convenient.
Which to choose
| Private port | Multiport (backconnect) | |
|---|---|---|
| IP address | Dedicated, pinned to you | New one for every request |
| IP change | Manual, via link or timer | Automatic |
| Rotation link | Yes | No |
| Use case | Accounts, stable session | Automation, parsing |
If in doubt, start with a private port: it supports both manual and timer-based rotation, and you can always clarify the connection type with support.