What this page shows
- IP address: the public address your connection uses to reach websites. At home it usually belongs to your router, so every device on your network shares it.
- Connection: whether you reached us over IPv4 (four numbers, like 203.0.113.7) or IPv6 (longer, with colons). If your provider supports IPv6, modern browsers prefer it.
- Provider and network (ASN): the network that owns the address, identified by its Autonomous System Number. It is usually your internet provider, or your VPN if you use one.
- Country: where the address is registered. It is not your exact location: an IP address does not reveal your street or home.
The lookup uses an offline database on our server. Nothing is stored and no outside service is called.
Why your IP address changes
Most home connections get a dynamic address that can change when the router restarts or after a few days. Mobile networks often put many customers behind one shared address (CGNAT), which is why some websites show your city wrong on 4G or 5G.
When you need your IP address
- Setting up remote access, a game server or a security camera.
- Checking that a VPN is really active: the provider shown should be the VPN, not your ISP.
- Giving support a starting point when diagnosing a problem.
To check whether a VPN also hides your address from video-call and chat apps, run the WebRTC leak test. To measure your speed, use the speed test.
Frequently asked questions
Can someone find my home from my IP address?
No. An IP address shows the provider and, roughly, the country or region. Only your provider can link it to a customer, usually under a court order.
Why is the country wrong?
Databases sometimes register a provider's addresses in its head office country, and mobile networks share addresses across regions. VPNs also change the country shown.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv4 addresses are running out, so IPv6 adds a much larger address space. Both work for normal browsing; IPv6 can avoid some sharing (CGNAT) problems for games and remote access.