IPv4 Depot provides secure, transparent IPv4 address brokerage and leasing services for enterprises and ISPs, specializing in seamless global RIR transfers.
IPv4 Depot provides secure, transparent IPv4 address brokerage and leasing services for enterprises and ISPs, specializing in seamless global RIR transfers.
IPv4 Depot is a leading global brokerage and consultancy specializing in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of IPv4 address space. As the world has exhausted the free pool of IPv4 addresses, IPv4 Depot serves as a critical intermediary in the secondary market, helping organizations navigate the complexities of obtaining the legacy IP resources required for modern networking, cloud services, and ISP operations.
The company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes IPv4 brokerage, IPv4 leasing, and strategic advisory for IP address management (IPAM). Their market presence spans the globe, facilitating transactions across all major Regional Internet Registries (RIRs), including ARIN (North America), RIPE NCC (Europe/Middle East), and APNIC (Asia-Pacific).
IPv4 Depot serves a diverse target audience ranging from small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and high-growth startups to large-scale Internet Service Providers (ISPs), data centers, and telecommunications giants. By maintaining a deep inventory of available /24 to /16 blocks and larger, they provide the liquidity necessary for companies to scale their digital infrastructure. Founded to bring professional standards to the fragmented IP market, IPv4 Depot has established itself as a trusted partner for organizations looking to monetize unused assets or secure the addresses needed for business continuity.
Company Differentiation
IPv4 Depot distinguishes itself through a business model built on radical transparency and ethical brokerage in a market often characterized by opacity. Unlike many brokers who act merely as intermediaries, IPv4 Depot operates with a "consultative partnership" philosophy. They prioritize long-term network sustainability over quick transactional gains, often advising clients against unnecessary purchases if optimization of existing prefixes is possible.
The company culture is rooted in technical advocacy; many of its leadership members come from deep networking backgrounds rather than just financial or sales backgrounds. This allows them to bridge the gap between a company’s CFO and its Network Engineering team. Their approach to customer success involves a high-touch, white-glove service model where they manage the entire administrative burden of RIR (Regional Internet Registry) transfers—including ARIN, RIPE, and APNIC—ensuring that legal and technical compliance is met without burdening the client’s internal resources. By positioning themselves as "stewards of the internet's finite resources," they foster a brand identity centered on integrity and technical expertise.
IPv4 Depot offers several tiers of service based on the transaction type:
Standard Brokerage: For buyers and sellers of ARIN, RIPE, and APNIC blocks. Includes valuation, matching, and transfer management.
IP Lease Marketplace: A flexible platform for obtaining IP space on a month-to-month or annual basis without ownership transfer.
IPv4 Portfolio Management: For large enterprises with multiple blocks, providing auditing, consolidation, and monetization strategies.
Clean-Up Services: For sellers with "dirty" IP space (blacklisted), IPv4 Depot provides delisting services to restore the block's market value before sale.
Facilitated Transfers: Assistance with inter-RIR transfers (e.g., moving a block from ARIN to RIPE).
Product Differentiation
The core "product" of IPv4 Depot is its curated marketplace and managed transfer service, which stands out due to its rigorous vetting process. Every block listed through IPv4 Depot undergoes a comprehensive "cleanliness" audit. This includes checking the block against major blacklists (SBL/XBL/PBL), verifying historical routing data to ensure no "gray market" activity, and confirming clear title of ownership. This technical due diligence minimizes the risk of "routing leakage" or reputation issues for the buyer.
Furthermore, their platform offers unique flexibility in transaction types. While many competitors focus solely on large-scale sales, IPv4 Depot has developed a robust leasing infrastructure. This allows startups and growing ISPs to access address space via a CAPEX-light model. Their technical advantage lies in their deep understanding of inter-RIR transfer policies, which enables them to facilitate complex cross-continental transfers (e.g., moving space from ARIN to RIPE) faster than the industry average. They also provide escrow integration that protects both parties, ensuring that funds are only released once the RIR record is officially updated, effectively neutralizing the financial risk of the transaction.
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