IP Address & Location Checker
Network ToolsFree tool to detect your IP address (IPv4/IPv6) and display your approximate location on a map. Useful for network diagnostics and privacy checks.
Automatically detects your IP address and approximate location, displayed on an interactive map.
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Understanding IP Addresses
IPv4 vs IPv6
There are two versions of the Internet Protocol in use today.
| Version | Format Example |
|---|---|
| IPv4 | 192.168.1.1 |
| IPv6 | 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334 |
What Does Your IP Address Reveal?
Your IP address can reveal your approximate geographic location, Internet Service Provider (ISP), and the type of network you are using. However, it does not reveal your exact street address or personal identity.
Common Use Cases
- VPN verification — Confirm your VPN is working by checking if your IP address has changed.
- Troubleshooting — Diagnose network issues by identifying your public IP and ISP information.
- Geolocation testing — Verify how websites and services detect your location.
- Security audits — Check what information your IP address exposes to the internet.
Glossary
- IP Address
- An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical label assigned to each device connected to a network. It serves two main purposes: identifying the host and providing the location of the host in the network.
- ISP (Internet Service Provider)
- An ISP is a company that provides internet access to customers. Your ISP assigns your public IP address and can see your internet traffic unless it is encrypted.
- AS Number (ASN)
- An Autonomous System Number identifies a network or group of networks under a single administrative entity. ISPs and large organizations each have their own ASN.
- Geolocation
- IP geolocation is the process of determining the geographic location of a device based on its IP address. Accuracy varies from country-level to city-level depending on the database used.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Why does the location shown not match my exact location?
- A: IP geolocation is approximate and typically accurate to the city or region level. Your ISP may route your traffic through a nearby data center, so the displayed location may be the ISP's facility rather than your home.
- Q: What is the difference between a public and private IP address?
- A: A public IP address is assigned by your ISP and is visible on the internet. Private IP addresses (like 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x) are used within your local network and are not directly accessible from the internet.
- Q: Can someone find my exact location from my IP address?
- A: No. IP geolocation only provides an approximate location, usually at the city level. Only your ISP can map your IP to your physical address, and they are legally required to protect that information.