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IPv4 vs. IPv6 addresses
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Public vs. private IP addresses
Public IP, also known as an external IP, is the address provided by your internet service provider. Devices on the same network share this IP address when accessing the internet. For specific details, such as location, you can perform an
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Private, or local, IPs are assigned to each device on your network by your router. They let devices within the same network communicate with each other without access to the public internet.
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Assigned by an ISP
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Example: 4.4.4.4.
Example: 192.168.1.100
Used to identify individual devices on the open internet
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Learn more about IP addresses and how they work
How to track an IP address
How to change your IP address
How to fix the "Your IP has been temporarily blocked" error
Static IP vs dynamic IP address
What is IP rotation?
How to fix the “Another device on the network is using your IP address” issue on a Mac
What are IP address classes, and how are they used?
How to fix the “Failed to obtain IP address” error on Android
Types of IP addresses: All you need to know
How to fix the “Server IP address could not be found” error on Windows
4 ways to find your printer’s IP address
How to fix the “Ethernet does not have a valid IP configuration” error
How to set up a static IP address
What are non-routable IP addresses?
How to fix the “self-assigned IP address” error on Mac
How to find my router IP address on any device |
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- [What is an IP address?](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-my-ip/#what-is-ip-address)
- [Finding your IP](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-my-ip/#find-my-ip)
- [Why change your IP](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-my-ip/#why-change-IP)
- [IPv4 vs. IPv6](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-my-ip/#ipv4-vs-ipv6)
- [Public vs. private IP](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-my-ip/#public-vs-private-ip)
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## What is an IP address?
An IP address, short for Internet Protocol address, is a numeric label assigned by your internet service provider. Think of it as a digital home address that helps identify your device among billions of others.
An IP address is what directs data to its destination. Although we use website names (such as example.com) to browse, computers don’t understand words — only numbers. They find out the IP address of the website first (example.com = 103.86.98.1), locate it on the web, and finally display it on our screens.
## How to find my IP address
You can easily [locate your IP address on any device or operating system](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-ip-address/) you use.
Public IP
Mac
Windows
Mobile
Linux
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### How to find my public IP address
To find your public IP address, you can scroll up to the top of this page. It displays your IP, the location you’re connecting from, your service provider, and whether or not your traffic is secured.
### How to find my IP address on Mac
Wi-Fi
To find your IP address on a Mac when you’re connected to Wi-Fi, you need to:
- Select “System settings” in the Apple menu.
- Click the “Network” icon.
- Select “Wi-Fi,” then click “Details.” Your IP address will be displayed under the TCP/IP section.
Ethernet
If you’re connected via Ethernet, you can find your IP address on a Mac when you:
- Select “System settings” in the Apple menu.
- Click the “Network” icon.
- Select “Ethernet” and click “Details.” Your IP address will be displayed under the TCP/IP section.
### How to find my IP address on Windows 11
Wi-Fi
To look up your IP on Windows 11 when you’re connected to Wi-Fi, you need to:
- Click “Start” and locate the “Settings” section.
- Select “Network and internet.” Then, select “Wi-Fi”.
- Select the network you’re connected to.
- Select “Properties.”
- Scroll to the bottom of the window. Your IP will be shown next to “IPv4 address.”
Ethernet
If you’re connected via Ethernet, you can look up your IP in the Ethernet network settings:
- In the taskbar, select the “Ethernet network” icon.
- Select the network you’re connected to.
- Click “Properties.”
- Scroll to the bottom of the window. Your IP will be shown next to “IPv4 address.”
### How to find my IP address on Windows 10
Wi-Fi
To look up your IP on Windows 10 in the Wi-Fi network settings, you need to:
- Select “Wi-Fi network” in the taskbar.
- Select the network you’re connected to.
- Click “Properties.”
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window. Your IP will be shown next to “IPv4 address.”
Ethernet
If you’re connected via Ethernet, you can look up your IP on Windows 10 when you:
- Select the “Ethernet network” icon in the taskbar.
- Select the network you’re connected to.
- Click “Properties.”
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window. Your IP will be shown next to “IPv4 address.”
### What is my IP on my phone?
#### How to see the IP address on an iPhone
To see the IP address on an iPhone in the device’s Wi-Fi settings, you need to:
- Go to “Settings.”
- Select “Wi-Fi.”
- Tap the network you’re connected to.
- You can find your IP under “IPv4 Address.”
#### How to see the IP address on an Android
To see the IP address on your Android when you’re connected to Wi-Fi, you need to:
- Go to your phone’s settings.
- Select “About device.”
- Tap “Status.”
- Here you can find information about your device, including the IP address.
### How to find the IP address on Linux
To [find the IP address on most Linux systems](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-ip-address-on-linux/), follow the process below. Keep in mind that some systems may follow a different flow:
- Make sure your device is connected to the internet.
- Open the “Terminal” window.
- Enter “hostname -I” (without the quotes) to see your local IP address.
### How to find the IP address on a Raspberry Pi
[To find the Raspberry Pi IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/raspberry-pi-ip-address/), you need to:
- Connect your Raspberry Pi to the internet.
- Open the “Terminal” window.
- Enter “hostname -I” (without the quotes) for your local IP or “ifconfig” for a comprehensive list of network addresses, including your external IP.
### How to find the IP address on a PlayStation
PlayStation 4
[To find the IP address on a PlayStation 4](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-ps4-ip-address/), you need to:
- Open the home screen and go to “Settings.”
- Select “Network.”
- Select “View connection status” and find your IP address under “IP address.”
PlayStation 5
To find the IP address on a PlayStation 5, you can:
- Open the main menu of your PlayStation 5 and go to “Settings.”
- Select “Network.” Locate “Connection status” and select “View connection status.”
- Scroll down to find your IP address and other network information.
### How to find my IP address on Xbox
Xbox One
[To find the Xbox IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-xbox-ip-address/), check which console version you own first:
- On the Xbox controller, press the “Menu” button to open the console’s menu interface.
- From the menu, select “Settings.” Locate “Network” and under “Network settings,” select “Advanced settings.”
- Open “IP settings” to see your Xbox One’s IP address.
Xbox Series X/S
Xbox Series X and S:
- Click the Xbox button on your controller to open up the menu.
- Select “Settings” and locate “General.” Then, under “Network settings,” select “Advanced settings.”
- Open “IP settings” to see your IP address.
## Why you should change your IP address
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## IPv4 vs. IPv6 addresses
The way an IP address looks depends on the Internet Protocol version it’s using — IPv4 or IPv6.
### IPv4
IPv4 addresses are based on 32 binary bits, consist of four digits from 0 to 255, and are separated by dots. Most internet service providers still use IPv4 to issue IP addresses.
103\.86.98.1
However, IPv4 faces a serious restriction — it can only generate 4.3 billion unique IP addresses. With over five billion people using the internet worldwide, IPv4 addresses are bound to run out before long.

### IPv6
IPv6 addresses consist of eight blocks of numbers, with each block written as four hexadecimal digits and separated by colons.
2400:BB40:1100:0000:0000:0000:0000:0001
Number groups in IPv6 addresses that contain only zeroes are often omitted to save space. Instead, a colon is added to indicate the gap, abridging the IP address to 2400:BB40:1100::1.

### Is my IP address IPv4 or IPv6?
**Your IP address can be [IPv4 or IPv6](https://nordvpn.com/blog/ipv4-vs-ipv6/)**, depending on what your internet service provider normally issues. You can check whether you have an IPv4 or an IPv6 address by using one of the IP checking methods detailed above. If your IP address is separated by dots, it’s IPv4, and if it uses colons, it’s IPv6.
### Why hasn't IPv6 been fully implemented yet?
Unlike the IPv4 protocol, IPv6 won’t ever run out of unique IP addresses, because it can provide nearly 3.4×10^38 of them. Furthermore, some argue that IPv6 is a more efficient technology, providing better quality and connectivity.
However, IPv6 has not yet been fully implemented for two reasons:
- IPv6 isn’t backward compatible with IPv4. You can’t access IPv4 websites if your device runs on the IPv6 protocol.
- It’s hard to adopt the new technology without an immediate gain. IPv4 still suits our needs, and until we reach its limit, a worldwide shift is unlikely.

## Public vs. private IP addresses
Public IP, also known as an external IP, is the address provided by your internet service provider. Devices on the same network share this IP address when accessing the internet. For specific details, such as location, you can perform an [IP search](https://nordvpn.com/ip-lookup/).
Private, or local, IPs are assigned to each device on your network by your router. They let devices within the same network communicate with each other without access to the public internet.
| Public IP address | Private IP address |
|---|---|
| Used externally for communication over the internet | Used internally for communication between your home or office devices |
| Assigned by an ISP | Assigned by a local router or a DHCP server |
| Unique | Not unique and may be reused in other networks |
| Example: 4.4.4.4. | Example: 192.168.1.100 |
| Used to identify individual devices on the open internet | Used to segment a larger network into smaller subnetworks |
## Learn more about IP addresses and how they work
| | |
|---|---|
| [How to track an IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-track-your-ip-address/) | [How to change your IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-change-your-ip-address/) |
| [How to fix the "Your IP has been temporarily blocked" error](https://nordvpn.com/blog/your-ip-has-been-temporarily-blocked/) | [Static IP vs dynamic IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/static-ip-vs-dynamic-ip-address/) |
| [What is IP rotation?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/what-is-ip-rotation/) | [How to fix the “Another device on the network is using your IP address” issue on a Mac](https://nordvpn.com/blog/fix-another-device-on-the-network-is-using-your-ip-address-issue/) |
| [What are IP address classes, and how are they used?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/ip-address-classes/) | [How to fix the “Failed to obtain IP address” error on Android](https://nordvpn.com/blog/failed-to-obtain-ip-address/) |
| [Types of IP addresses: All you need to know](https://nordvpn.com/blog/types-of-ip-addresses/) | [How to fix the “Server IP address could not be found” error on Windows](https://nordvpn.com/blog/server-ip-address-could-not-be-found/) |
| [4 ways to find your printer’s IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-printer-ip-address/) | [How to fix the “Ethernet does not have a valid IP configuration” error](https://nordvpn.com/blog/fix-ethernet-doesnt-have-a-valid-ip-configuration/) |
| [How to set up a static IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-set-up-static-ip-address/) | [What are non-routable IP addresses?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/non-routable-ip-addresses/) |
| [How to fix the “self-assigned IP address” error on Mac](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-fix-self-assigned-ip-address-error-on-mac/) | [How to find my router IP address on any device](https://nordvpn.com/blog/find-router-ip-address/) |
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## Frequently asked questions
### What does my IP address reveal about me?
Your IP address reveals a lot about you, like your virtual location’s country, region, postcode, and city (but not your real location — to check it, you’d need to use GPS or more accurate geolocation services like [My Location](https://nordvpn.com/my-location/)). Moreover, cunning websites can compare this information with other details retrieved from cookies and metadata, creating an even more revealing picture of your identity.
### Is my IP address on my device or Wi-Fi?
Both your device and your Wi-Fi can have an IP address. The router you use for Wi-Fi has a public IP address which lets you connect to the internet. Your device, whether it’s your computer, mobile phone, gaming console, or an IoT device, also has an IP address. However, it uses this address to access other devices within your local network.
### Is 192.168 my IP address location?
No, this is not your IP address location. 192.168 is the standard used by vendors to display the private IP address range. It allows devices within a private network, like computers and printers, to communicate with each other.
### What is the 192.168.1.1 IP address?
192\.168.1.1 is one of the most common private IP addresses that, when entered into a browser, lets you access your router’s admin panel to manage your network settings and connected devices. It acts as the designated getaway for your private network’s home router. 192.168.1.1 can’t be accessed via the public internet.
### Who can use my IP address?
It is unlikely that anyone would actually take over your IP address and use it as their own. However, [some people have your IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/what-can-someone-do-with-your-ip-address/) and can collect data related to it. For example, your ISP can always see what websites you have visited on the web. Meanwhile, the websites that you visit can track your approximate location and actions to customize their offering. For example, if you search for flights, the website can detect that you are located in a European country and, therefore, automatically raise the prices.
### Should I be worried if someone has my IP address?
You should be cautious if someone else has your IP address. Although your IP address doesn’t provide public access to your personal information, it can be targeted by a [DDoS attack](https://nordvpn.com/blog/what-is-a-ddos-attack/) or be used to track down your estimated location.
### How do I protect my IP address?
It is possible to protect your IP address by changing it. You can do this by using a VPN service, which routes your connection through a remote VPN server, thus changing your real one.
VPNs also offer other security benefits. Once your internet traffic is encrypted, it can’t be read by third parties or misused by hackers, granting you more online privacy and security.
### How can I check my VPN IP?
To check your VPN's IP address, you can use NordVPN’s "What is my IP address?" tool at the top of this page. With the VPN on, check what IP address the internet sees. To make sure your VPN is working, check your IP address with your VPN off, then connect to the VPN and check again to ensure it has changed.
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| Readable Markdown | Why you should change your IP address
Gaming, streaming, browsing — whatever you do online, it will remain protected from third parties once you establish a [VPN connection](https://nordvpn.com/what-is-a-vpn/).
IPv4 vs. IPv6 addresses
The way an IP address looks depends on the Internet Protocol version it’s using — IPv4 or IPv6.
Public vs. private IP addresses
Public IP, also known as an external IP, is the address provided by your internet service provider. Devices on the same network share this IP address when accessing the internet. For specific details, such as location, you can perform an [IP search](https://nordvpn.com/ip-lookup/).
Private, or local, IPs are assigned to each device on your network by your router. They let devices within the same network communicate with each other without access to the public internet.
| Public IP address | Private IP address |
|---|---|
| Used externally for communication over the internet | Used internally for communication between your home or office devices |
| Assigned by an ISP | Assigned by a local router or a DHCP server |
| Unique | Not unique and may be reused in other networks |
| Example: 4.4.4.4. | Example: 192.168.1.100 |
| Used to identify individual devices on the open internet | Used to segment a larger network into smaller subnetworks |
Learn more about IP addresses and how they work
| | |
|---|---|
| [How to track an IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-track-your-ip-address/) | [How to change your IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-change-your-ip-address/) |
| [How to fix the "Your IP has been temporarily blocked" error](https://nordvpn.com/blog/your-ip-has-been-temporarily-blocked/) | [Static IP vs dynamic IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/static-ip-vs-dynamic-ip-address/) |
| [What is IP rotation?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/what-is-ip-rotation/) | [How to fix the “Another device on the network is using your IP address” issue on a Mac](https://nordvpn.com/blog/fix-another-device-on-the-network-is-using-your-ip-address-issue/) |
| [What are IP address classes, and how are they used?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/ip-address-classes/) | [How to fix the “Failed to obtain IP address” error on Android](https://nordvpn.com/blog/failed-to-obtain-ip-address/) |
| [Types of IP addresses: All you need to know](https://nordvpn.com/blog/types-of-ip-addresses/) | [How to fix the “Server IP address could not be found” error on Windows](https://nordvpn.com/blog/server-ip-address-could-not-be-found/) |
| [4 ways to find your printer’s IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-find-printer-ip-address/) | [How to fix the “Ethernet does not have a valid IP configuration” error](https://nordvpn.com/blog/fix-ethernet-doesnt-have-a-valid-ip-configuration/) |
| [How to set up a static IP address](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-set-up-static-ip-address/) | [What are non-routable IP addresses?](https://nordvpn.com/blog/non-routable-ip-addresses/) |
| [How to fix the “self-assigned IP address” error on Mac](https://nordvpn.com/blog/how-to-fix-self-assigned-ip-address-error-on-mac/) | [How to find my router IP address on any device](https://nordvpn.com/blog/find-router-ip-address/) | |
| Shard | 74 (laksa) |
| Root Hash | 8818766197071347474 |
| Unparsed URL | com,nordvpn!/what-is-my-ip/ s443 |