What Is My IP Address?
Instantly discover your public IP address and connection information.
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What Is an IP Address?
An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique identifier assigned to every device connected to the internet or a local network. Computers, smartphones, tablets, servers, smart TVs, and IoT devices all use IP addresses to communicate with one another.
Whenever you browse a website, send an email, stream a video, or use an online application, your device exchanges data through its IP address. Without an IP address, information would have no destination and internet communication would not be possible.
Today, two versions of the Internet Protocol are in use: IPv4 and IPv6. IPv4 remains the most common standard, while IPv6 was introduced to provide a virtually unlimited number of addresses and support the continued growth of the internet.
How Does This Tool Work?
As soon as you open this page, your browser connects to our servers. During that connection, your public IP address is automatically detected without requiring any software installation or configuration.
In addition to your IP address, this tool retrieves publicly available information associated with it, including your country, approximate city, Internet Service Provider (ISP), Autonomous System Number (ASN), timezone, and whether your connection is using IPv4, IPv6, or both.
The information displayed is obtained exclusively from your public IP address. No personal files, passwords, or private information stored on your device are accessed during this process.
When Should You Use This Tool?
- Quickly find your current public IP address.
- Check whether your connection uses IPv4, IPv6, or Dual Stack.
- Identify your current Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- Verify whether a VPN or proxy is changing your public IP address.
- Check the approximate geographic location of your connection.
- Collect networking information for technical support.
- Share your public IP address with IT support teams when troubleshooting connectivity issues.
- Verify whether your IP address has changed after restarting your modem or switching networks.
Helpful Tips
- Your public IP address may change periodically if your ISP assigns dynamic IP addresses.
- The reported location is approximate and usually represents the city or region of your Internet Service Provider, not your exact physical address.
- Using a VPN, proxy server, or corporate network may change both your public IP address and your reported location.
- If your ISP uses CGNAT, multiple customers may share the same public IPv4 address.
- Before configuring remote access or opening network ports, always verify your current public IP address.
- If your internet connection supports IPv6, some websites and applications may automatically prefer it over IPv4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IPv4?
IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4) is the fourth version of the Internet Protocol and is still the most widely used addressing system on the internet. It uses 32-bit addresses, typically written as four numbers separated by dots, such as 192.168.1.1. Because the number of available IPv4 addresses is limited, many internet providers now also support IPv6.
What is IPv6?
IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) is the latest version of the Internet Protocol. It uses 128-bit addresses, providing an enormous number of unique IP addresses to support the continued growth of the internet. IPv6 also improves routing efficiency, scalability, and network performance.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
The main difference is the address space. IPv4 supports approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses, while IPv6 supports an almost unlimited number of addresses. IPv6 also introduces improvements in routing, efficiency, and overall network scalability.
What is Dual Stack?
Dual Stack means your internet connection supports both IPv4 and IPv6 simultaneously. Your device can communicate using either protocol depending on the website or online service you access.
How can I find my IP address?
Simply open this page. Your browser automatically detects your public IPv4 and IPv6 addresses (when available) and displays additional information such as your country, city, Internet Service Provider (ISP), ASN, timezone, and connection details.
Why does my IP address change?
Most Internet Service Providers assign dynamic IP addresses. This means your public IP address may change after restarting your modem, reconnecting to the internet, or after a lease renewal performed automatically by your ISP.
What is CGNAT?
Carrier-Grade NAT (CGNAT) is a technology used by Internet Service Providers to allow multiple customers to share the same public IPv4 address. This helps conserve IPv4 addresses but may prevent users from opening ports or hosting services directly from their home network.
What is an ASN?
ASN stands for Autonomous System Number. It is a unique identifier assigned to an internet network operated by an Internet Service Provider, cloud provider, or large organization. ASNs are used to exchange routing information across the global internet.
Can my IP address reveal my exact location?
No. A public IP address usually identifies only an approximate geographic location, such as your city, region, or country. It does not reveal your exact home address or your real-time GPS location.
Can someone track me using my IP address?
An IP address can reveal general information such as your country, region, city, and Internet Service Provider, but it does not expose your personal identity. Websites and online services use IP addresses for communication, while your ISP is generally the only organization capable of linking an IP address to an individual subscriber.
Does using a VPN change my IP address?
Yes. When you connect to a Virtual Private Network (VPN), your internet traffic is routed through the VPN provider's servers. As a result, websites see the VPN server's public IP address instead of your own.
Is my IP address private?
Your public IP address is visible to the websites and online services you visit. However, it does not include personal information such as your name, email address, or physical home address.