Client IP Address
Last Updated:
September 9, 2021
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What is Client IP Address? How Does This Data Point Affect the Overall QoE Picture? Is This Value Important By Itself or Is It Part of A Bigger Picture?
Client IP Address Definition
This metadata value provides the IP address of the requesting device.
Client IP Address Data Element Details
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What Does Client IP Address Tell You?
This value tells you the network-assigned IP address of the device requesting content.
What To Keep In Mind About This Value
The client IP is less important for regular content delivery than it is for understanding users who are employing security-bypassing technologies like a VPN. Matching an IP to known VPN ASN can help identify these users.
Applicable To
This term is applicable to the following streaming video types:
- Ad
- Content
- Live
- VOD
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