skipIP

FAQ

1. What is skipIP?
   skipIP is a sevice providing you with a free dynamic DNS.
2. What does it costs?
   Nothing. This service is offered free of charge.
3. Invitation code is required for registration. Where can I get the invitation from?
   Currently the invitations are published on blog.srvbox.com
4. Where do I start?
   Add a new hostname in your account. Check your DDNS password under User Settings. Afterwards configure your router/PC and enjoy free DDNS.
5. How do I configure my router?
   You need to specify the following as an update URL (if your client supports SSL):

   https://[USERNAME]:[PASSWORD]@skipip.com/nic/update?hostname=[DOMAIN]&myip=[IP]

   or the following (if your client doesn't support SSL):

   http://[USERNAME]:[PASSWORD]@skipip.com/nic/update?hostname=[DOMAIN]&myip=[IP]

   Do not replace the capitalized words in square brackets! These are placeholders for your DDNS update client.
   
   For routers running dd-wrt use the following settings:

   DDNS Service: Custom>
   DYNDNS Server: skipip.com
   User Name: USERNAME
   Password: DDNSPASSWORD
   Hostname: YOURHOSTNAME.skipip.com
   URL: /nic/update?
   Additional DDNS Options: --dyndns_system dyndns@dyndns.org
   

   Replace USERNAME, DDNSPASSWORD and YOURHOSTNAME according to your settings. See also the following image: dd-wrt setup.
6. Is there a client working on windows?
   Just in case, you need a windows client, DynDNS Simply Client works fine. There is also available under PortableApps version. The required settings are visible under windows client setup.
7. I really like this service. Can I help you?
   Yes, definitely. If you want to help we appreciate this. Currently you can help by:
   • recommending us to your friends,
   • sponsor a nice and short domain,
   • or support us with a small donation. Please open a support ticket for details.
8. You are having problems or can't find the answer here?
   Feel free to open a support ticket.