What's My IP

This tool detects and displays your public IP address—the address that is visible to websites and online services when you connect to the internet. Depending on your setup and what you’re trying to achieve, this may or may not be the specific IP address you need, as some networks use additional layers such as routers, proxies, or VPNs.

An IP address, also known as an IP number, is a unique numerical identifier assigned to a device or “host” connected to the internet. It allows data to be sent to and from the correct destination, enabling communication between your device and websites, servers, and online services.

Knowing your public IP address can be useful for tasks such as network troubleshooting, configuring server access, testing security settings, or verifying connectivity. This tool provides a quick and easy way to retrieve that information whenever you need it.

Your IP Address Is:

216.73.217.129 IPv4

Extra Information

Location: United States (US)
Region: Ohio
City: Columbus
Zip: 43215
Timezone: America/New_York
Latitude: 39.9612
Longitude: -82.9988
Internet provider: Amazon.com, Inc. (AS16509)
Browser: ?

View approximate location on a map

The location is an estimate made from public records and is often only accurate to your city or internet provider. Your address is not stored with this page.

How to use it

The what's my ip webtool is handy if you need to know what the IP address is that you are using.

Just load the pageThere is nothing to fill in. Your address is shown at the top as soon as the page opens.
Copy itPress ‘Copy’ to put the address on your clipboard.
Read the extra detailsThe location, region, city, timezone and internet provider are shown below it.
Check again after a changeTurn a VPN on or off, or switch networks, then reload the page to see the new address.

Good to know

Testing a VPN

Check your address with the VPN off, then on. If the two match, the VPN is not covering your connection.

Allowing access

Giving the address to someone who needs to allow it through a firewall? Remember a home address can change.

Public or private

This shows the public address websites see, not the private one (like 192.168.1.5) your device uses at home.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the location wrong?

The location is a best guess made from public records about who owns your IP address. It often shows where your internet provider is based, not your house, and can be a different city or even region. Mobile connections and VPNs are the least accurate.

What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?

IPv4 addresses look like 203.0.113.25. IPv6 is the newer, longer style, such as 2001:db8::1. Many connections now have both, and this page shows the one your device used to reach it.

Why is my IP different from the one in my network settings?

Your device usually has a private address (like 192.168.x.x) that only works inside your home or office. Websites see the public address of your router, which is the one shown here.

Does a VPN change it?

Yes. With a VPN or proxy on, websites see the address of the VPN server, so that is what this tool shows, along with the VPN’s location.

Is my IP address private information?

Every website you visit sees it, so it is not secret, but it can be used to guess your rough location. This page only shows it to you. Lookups are not stored with your name or any account.

Will it change?

Most home connections get a dynamic address that can change when your router restarts or after some time. Ask your internet provider if you need a fixed (static) one.

Why does it say “?” for the extra information?

The address may be a private or local one, or the location service may not know it, or was too slow to answer. Reload the page to try again.

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