My IP Address
Quickly view and copy your public IPv4 and IPv6 address.
Every device connected to the internet has a unique identifier called an IP Address (Internet Protocol Address). It serves as your digital “home address” so that the internet knows where to send the data you request.
Public vs. Private IP Addresses
- Private IP Address: This is the address assigned to your device by your local router (e.g.,
192.168.1.15). It is only used for communication within your home or office network. - Public IP Address: This is the address your router uses to communicate with the rest of the world. It is assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). This is the address shown by our tool.
IPv4 vs. IPv6
IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4)
The most common type of IP address, consisting of four numbers separated by dots (e.g., 172.16.254.1). Due to the explosion of internet-connected devices, the world has run out of new IPv4 addresses.
IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6)
The successor to IPv4, designed to provide an almost infinite number of unique addresses. They look like eight groups of four hexadecimal digits (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334).
Why would you need to know your IP?
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing connection issues with your ISP.
- Setup: Allowing access to a remote server or home security system.
- Privacy: Verifying if your VPN is working correctly (your shown IP should change when you turn on a VPN).
- Geolocation: Understanding why a website thinks you are in a specific city or country.
Privacy Note
While your IP address can reveal your approximate location and ISP, it does not reveal your name, street address, or exact identity to websites. However, always be cautious about sharing your public IP with untrusted parties.