What Is My IP Address?
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An IP address is a unique number assigned to your internet connection. Websites and services use it to identify your connection and send data back to your device.
Your public IP can reveal general information such as your country, city, and internet provider, but it does not usually reveal your exact street address.
What can this IP checker reveal?
- Your public IPv4 address
- Your public IPv6 address, if available
- Approximate location (country, city, region)
- ISP or network provider
- Browser and operating system details
Why should you check your IP address?
- Confirm whether a VPN is working
- See if your visible location looks correct
- Troubleshoot network or DNS issues
- Check whether your IP changed after reconnecting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my public IP address?
Your public IP is the address assigned by your ISP. It is visible to every website you visit.
Can someone find my exact address from my IP?
Usually no. An IP address may reveal an approximate location, but not your exact street address.
Does a VPN change my IP?
Yes. A VPN replaces your visible public IP with the IP address of the VPN server you connect to.
Why does my IP address change?
Many internet providers assign dynamic IPs which change when you reconnect or periodically.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv4 is the older format (e.g. 86.122.242.50). IPv6 is the newer version with a much larger address space designed to replace IPv4.