How to get around Dynamic IP?

[michaeljohnson9878]

You’re overthinking the IP-changing issue. You don’t need reverse proxies, Cloudflare, paid services, or anything complicated just to keep Jellyfin accessible. There is a very simple, completely free solution that most home users rely on:
Use DDNS (Dynamic DNS).
It automatically updates your address every time your IP changes.
That’s it. No monthly fees, no complicated setup.
This is the same system people use for home cameras, home servers, and self-hosted apps.
Here’s the simple explanation:

1. Your home IP changes sometimes
   
2. A DDNS service gives you a permanent name like “yourname.ddns.net”
   
3. Your router automatically updates that name whenever your IP changes
   
4. Your Jellyfin users always connect to the same name, so nothing breaks
   

Many routers even have DDNS support built in, so you just pick a free service from the list and turn it on once.
Zero recurring cost. Zero need for a reverse proxy. Zero special networking knowledge required.
If you want an extra layer of convenience or security, you can add more later, but you do NOT need any of that just to keep Jellyfin stable.
So yes — Jellyfin can be free, easy, and permanent without monthly fees. You only need a simple DDNS name and a basic port forward once, and your remote users will be set for life.
If you want, tell me your router model and I can explain the exact steps in a beginner-friendly way.
An example is my client US based gaming website: https://bases-coc.com/ I am here to help if you need any guidelines let me know buddy.