My IP Address
Discover your public IPv4 and IPv6 addresses instantly. Useful for network configuration, troubleshooting, and security checks.
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About IP Addresses
An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network. It serves two main purposes: network interface identification and location addressing.
IPv4 vs IPv6
IPv4
- 32-bit address (4 bytes)
- Format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
- Example: 192.168.1.1
- ~4.3 billion addresses
- Most widely used
IPv6
- 128-bit address (16 bytes)
- Format: xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx
- Example: 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334
- 340 undecillion addresses
- Future-proof solution
Common Use Cases
- Network Configuration: Setting up routers, servers, and network devices
- Remote Access: Connecting to systems remotely (SSH, RDP, VPN)
- Security: Whitelisting/blacklisting IPs, firewall configuration
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing network connectivity issues
- Geolocation: Approximate geographical location services
- Web Analytics: Tracking visitor statistics and preventing fraud
Privacy & Security
Your IP address can reveal your approximate location and ISP. For enhanced privacy, consider using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) or proxy service. Be cautious about sharing your IP address publicly, as it can be used to target attacks or track your online activity.