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Find your IP address and its location. Free.
Find detailed information about any IP address including geolocation, ISP, and network details.
The basics
What an IP lookup tells you
Discover your IP address instantly and get detailed geolocation information including country, city, ISP, ASN, and network details, powered by the MaxMind GeoLite2 database.
What is an IP address?
An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every device connected to a computer network. Think of it as a mailing address for your device on the internet. There are two main types:
- IPv4: The most common format, consisting of four numbers separated by dots (e.g., 192.168.1.1)
- IPv6: The newer format designed to replace IPv4, using hexadecimal notation (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334)
How IP geolocation works
IP geolocation determines the approximate physical location of an IP address by analyzing routing information and regional IP address allocations. Our tool uses:
- MaxMind GeoLite2 database: Industry-standard geolocation database providing accurate city and country-level data
- ISP information: Internet Service Provider details from ip-api.com
- ASN data: Autonomous System Number identifying the network operator
- Reverse DNS: Hostname lookup for additional network information
Important note: IP geolocation provides an approximate location, typically accurate to the city level. It shows where your ISP's network infrastructure is located, not necessarily your exact physical address.
Understanding IP lookup results
Location data
- Country: The country where the IP address is registered or routed through
- City: The city-level location (when available)
- Region/State: State or province information
- Coordinates: Latitude and longitude for mapping purposes
Network information
- ISP (Internet Service Provider): The company providing internet service for this IP address
- ASN (Autonomous System Number): A unique number identifying the network operator's routing domain
- Organization: The registered organization name for the IP address
- Hostname: Reverse DNS lookup result showing the domain name associated with the IP
Use cases
Common use cases for IP lookup
Security
Identify suspicious login attempts or track potential security threats.
Content localization
Display region-specific content based on user location.
Analytics
Understand where your website visitors are located.
Compliance
Ensure content restrictions based on geographic regulations.
Network troubleshooting
Diagnose routing issues and network problems.
Fraud prevention
Detect unusual patterns or verify user locations.
Privacy
Public and private IP addresses
Public IP address
A public IP address is assigned by your ISP and is visible to the internet. This is what websites see when you visit them. Our tool detects your public IP address automatically.
Private IP address
Private IP addresses are used within local networks (home, office, etc.) and are not routable on the public internet. Common private IP ranges include:
- 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255
- 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255
- 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255
- 127.0.0.1 (localhost)
Our tool will indicate if an IP address is private or localhost.
Privacy and IP addresses
Your IP address reveals some information about your location and network, but it doesn't expose your exact physical address or personal identity. Here's what you should know:
- IP addresses show general location (city/region level), not exact addresses
- Your ISP assigns IP addresses, which may change periodically
- Using a VPN can mask your real IP address and location
- Websites can see your IP address when you visit them
- IP addresses alone cannot identify individual users without additional data
How to use it
How to use the IP lookup tool
Your IP address is detected when you open the page, or you can look up any address by hand. Tip: bookmark this page to check your IP address anytime, for example when troubleshooting network issues.
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Auto-detection
When you visit the page, your IP address is automatically detected and displayed.
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Manual lookup
Enter any IP address (IPv4 or IPv6) in the input field to look up its details.
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View results
See location, ISP, ASN and network details for the address.
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Map view
Open the map preview to view the location on OpenStreetMap.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is IP geolocation?
IP geolocation is typically accurate to the city level, with accuracy varying by region. It shows where your ISP's network infrastructure is located, not your exact physical address.
Can I hide my IP address?
Yes, you can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) or proxy service to mask your real IP address. This will show the VPN server's IP address instead of yours.
Why does my IP location seem wrong?
Your IP location reflects where your ISP's network equipment is located, which may be in a different city than your actual location. This is especially common with mobile networks or certain ISPs.
Is IP lookup free?
Yes, our IP lookup tool is completely free to use. We limit requests to 20 per minute per IP to ensure fair usage.
What is ASN?
ASN (Autonomous System Number) is a unique identifier for a network operator's routing domain on the internet. It helps identify which organization controls a particular IP address range.
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