What's My IP Address

Check your public IP, ISP, and approximate location instantly.

Your detected IP: 216.73.216.42
Your IP Address

216.73.216.42

Location

Country United States United States
Region Ohio
City Columbus
ZIP/Postal 43215
Timezone America/New_York
Coordinates 39.9625, -83.0061

Network

ISP Amazon.com
Organization Anthropic, PBC
ASN AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc.
IP Version IPv4

Next Steps

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How IP Lookup Works

Your IP address is a unique identifier assigned by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Every device connected to the internet has one, and it's visible to every website and service you connect to.

What this tool shows:

  • Public IP - The address websites see when you connect
  • ISP/ASN - Your internet provider and their network identifier
  • Location - Approximate geographic location (city-level accuracy)

Privacy considerations:

  • IP geolocation is approximate - it shows your ISP's service area, not your exact address
  • VPNs replace your IP with the VPN server's IP, hiding your real location
  • Cloudflare and proxy users: we detect the CF-Connecting-IP header for accurate results

FAQ

No. IP geolocation typically provides city-level accuracy at best. Your ISP knows your exact address, but websites only see the approximate region served by your IP range. However, your IP combined with other data (browser fingerprinting, account info) can be used to identify you.

IP geolocation databases map IP ranges to locations based on ISP registration data. If your ISP's regional hub is in a different city, that's what shows up. Mobile networks often show even less accurate locations. This is normal and doesn't mean the tool is broken.

Three main options:

  • VPN - Routes traffic through a VPN server, replacing your IP. Best for everyday privacy. Find a VPN →
  • Tor - Routes through multiple relays for anonymity. Slower but more private.
  • Proxy - Basic IP masking without encryption. Not recommended for privacy.

IPv4 addresses look like 192.168.1.1 and have been around since the 1980s. There are only about 4.3 billion possible IPv4 addresses, and we've essentially run out.

IPv6 addresses look like 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334 and provide a virtually unlimited address space. Many ISPs now assign both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. When checking your IP for privacy, make sure to test both-some VPNs only protect IPv4 traffic.

It depends on your ISP. Most residential internet connections use dynamic IP addresses that can change periodically-sometimes daily, sometimes after weeks or months. Business connections often have static IP addresses that remain constant.

Restarting your router might get you a new IP, but this isn't guaranteed. If you need a consistent IP for privacy or security reasons, consider a VPN with dedicated IP options.

Understanding Your IP Address

Every device connected to the internet needs an IP address-it's how data finds its way to and from your computer, phone, or tablet. Think of it like a return address on a letter: without it, websites wouldn't know where to send the information you request.

When you visit a website, your IP address is automatically shared with that site's server. This happens at the network level, before any webpage even loads. It's not something you can prevent without using tools like a VPN or Tor.

What your IP address reveals

Your IP address can tell websites and services several things about you:

  • General location - Usually accurate to your city or region, sometimes just your country
  • Internet provider - Your ISP's name and network information
  • Connection type - Whether you're on residential, business, or mobile internet
  • Potential proxy use - Some IP databases flag VPN and datacenter IPs

Why IP privacy matters

Your IP address alone won't give away your street address or identity. But combined with other data points-like your browsing history, login patterns, or device fingerprint-it becomes a powerful tracking tool. Advertisers, data brokers, and even malicious actors can use IP addresses to:

  • Build profiles of your online behavior across different websites
  • Target you with location-based advertising
  • Enforce geographic restrictions on content
  • Potentially link your online activity to your real identity

When Should You Check Your IP?

Running a quick IP check is useful in several situations:

After connecting to a VPN

Verify your VPN is working by checking that your IP shows the VPN server's location, not your real one.

On public WiFi

See what information you're exposing on coffee shop, hotel, or airport networks.

Troubleshooting geo-blocks

If streaming services think you're in the wrong country, check what location your IP is broadcasting.

After router changes

Restarting your router or changing network settings might give you a new IP address.

Beyond IP: Complete Your Privacy Check

Your IP address is just one piece of the privacy puzzle. For a complete picture of what you're exposing online, you should also check for:

DNS Leaks

Even with a VPN, your DNS queries might bypass the encrypted tunnel and go directly to your ISP. This reveals which websites you visit. Run a DNS leak test →

WebRTC Leaks

WebRTC is a browser feature that can expose your real IP address even when using a VPN. It's a common privacy hole that many people overlook. Run a WebRTC leak test →

Browser Fingerprinting

Websites can identify you through your browser's unique characteristics-screen size, installed fonts, plugins, and more-even without knowing your IP. Check your browser fingerprint →