What Is My IP
Free, fast, and easy to use.
The What Is My IP tool instantly shows your public IP address, along with basic location and ISP information. No signup required — just open the page and see your result immediately.
This information is useful for troubleshooting network issues, testing responsive designs, or confirming what data your browser exposes to the websites you visit.
How It Works
- Open the tool page
- Your result is detected and displayed automatically
Best Practices
- Refresh the page if you've changed networks or browser settings and want an updated reading
- Use this information to verify VPN or proxy connections are working as expected
This tool is free to use with no signup required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What IP address does this tool show me?
It shows your public IP address — the address your internet service provider assigns to your connection, which is what websites and services see when you visit them.
Why would I need to check this?
Common reasons include troubleshooting network issues, verifying a VPN is working correctly, providing your IP to a support technician, or checking access/firewall allowlist requirements.
Is my data saved anywhere?
No — this simply displays your current connection's public IP address and does not store or log the information.
Is my public IP the same as my private/local IP?
No — your public IP is what's visible to the internet, while your private/local IP (like 192.168.x.x) is used only within your home or office network and isn't visible externally.
Does my IP address change over time?
For most home connections, yes — ISPs commonly assign dynamic IPs that can change periodically, unless you specifically pay for a static IP address.
How does using a VPN affect my IP address?
A VPN routes your traffic through its own servers, so this tool will show the VPN server's IP address instead of your actual ISP-assigned IP, effectively masking your real address from websites you visit.
Can someone find my exact home address from my IP?
No — an IP address typically only reveals general geographic location (city/region level) tied to your ISP, not a precise street address.
What's the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv4 is the older, more limited address format (like 192.168.1.1), while IPv6 is the newer format designed to provide a vastly larger address space as internet-connected devices have grown.
Why does this tool show a different location than where I actually am?
ISPs often route traffic through regional hubs, so the geolocation tied to your IP may reflect that hub's location rather than your exact physical location.
Is checking my own IP address free and unlimited?
Yes, completely free with no signup, no limits, and no software to install.
