How to Find Your IP Address on Any Device

Quick guide to locate your IP on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and more

Fastest Way: Use Our IP Tool

The easiest way to find your public IP is our IP address lookup tool. Visit it and your IP displays instantly, along with location, ISP, and other information. This works on any device with internet.

Our tool shows your public IP (what the internet sees). If you need your local/private IP, use device-specific methods below.

Windows: Find Your Public IP

Easiest Method (Any Browser):

  1. Open any web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)
  2. Visit our IP lookup tool
  3. Your public IP displays immediately

Advanced Method (Command Line):

  1. Press Win+R, type cmd, press Enter
  2. Type: curl ifconfig.me and press Enter
  3. Your IP displays in next line
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Windows: Find Your Local IP

Method 1 (Settings):

  1. Open Settings
  2. Network & Internet → WiFi (or Ethernet for wired)
  3. Click your connected network
  4. Scroll to IP Settings section
  5. Your local IP shows as "IPv4 Address"

Method 2 (Command Line):

  1. Press Win+R, type cmd, press Enter
  2. Type: ipconfig and press Enter
  3. Look for "IPv4 Address" (typically starts with 192.168)

Mac: Find Your Public & Local IP

Find Public IP: Visit our IP lookup tool or type in Terminal: curl ifconfig.me

Find Local IP:

  1. Click Apple menu → System Settings
  2. Click Network in sidebar
  3. Click WiFi or Ethernet
  4. Click Details button
  5. Local IP shows as "IPv4 Address"

Terminal Method:

  1. Open Terminal (Applications → Utilities)
  2. Type: ifconfig | grep "inet " | grep -v 127.0.0.1
  3. Local IP displays

iPhone & iPad: Find Your IP Address

Find Public IP: Visit our IP lookup tool in any browser

Find Local IP:

  1. Open Settings
  2. WiFi
  3. Tap the (i) icon next to your connected WiFi
  4. Your local IP shows as "IP Address"

Note: Only shows WiFi IP, not cellular IP. For cellular IP, use our tool.

Android: Find Your IP Address

Find Public IP: Visit our IP lookup tool in any browser

Find Local IP (WiFi):

  1. Open Settings
  2. About Phone → IP Address (on some phones)
  3. Or: WiFi → Connected Network → Advanced
  4. Local IP shows as "IP Address"

Find Cellular IP: Use our tool. Cellular IP changes frequently and isn't easily accessible in settings.

Router: Find All Connected Device IPs

Access Router:

  1. Open browser and type 192.168.1.1 in address bar
  2. Enter admin username/password (usually admin/admin or check your router label)
  3. Navigate to Connected Devices section
  4. You'll see all IPs assigned to devices on your network

Note: Router address might be different (192.168.0.1 or check router label). Admin login information usually on router sticker.

Linux/Unix: Find Your IP Address

Terminal Command:

Type: ip addr or ifconfig

Look for inet values (IPv4) or inet6 (IPv6). Ignore 127.0.0.1 (loopback).

Frequently Asked Questions

What's my public vs local IP?

Public IP: what internet sees, assigned by ISP. Local IP: for your home network, usually 192.168.x.x. Use our <a href="/">tool</a> for public, device settings for local.

Why does my IP start with 192.168?

That's a private/local IP, not your public IP. Your router uses it. Check our <a href="/">IP tool</a> for your actual public IP.

Should I share my IP address?

Public IP: careful, it reveals location and ISP. Local IP (192.168.x.x): only meaningful on your home network, safe to share.

Does finding my IP compromise security?

No, finding your IP is safe. Everyone online can see your IP. Protect it with <a href="/what-is-a-vpn">VPN</a> if privacy is concern.

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