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IP Address Lookup – Find IP Location, ISP, ASN & Network Details

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Find your public IP address instantly or look up any IPv4 or IPv6 address. Get geolocation, ISP, ASN, timezone, and network details in one click. Free, no signup required.

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What Is an IP Address?

An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique numerical label assigned to every device connected to a network. It serves two functions: identifying the host or network interface, and providing the location of that host in the network. IPv4 addresses use four numbers separated by dots (e.g. 192.168.1.1), while IPv6 addresses use eight groups of four hexadecimal digits separated by colons.

This tool uses two free APIs in sequence: ipify.org to detect your public IP address automatically, and ipwho.is to retrieve full geolocation and network details for any IP address. Both APIs require no API key and are free for non-commercial use.

What Data Does an IP Lookup Return?

FieldDescriptionAccuracy
IP AddressThe queried IPv4 or IPv6 addressExact
CountryCountry where the IP is registeredHigh (99%+)
Region / StateRegion or state within the countryMedium to High
CityCity associated with the IPMedium (city-level)
Latitude / LongitudeGeographic coordinates of the network blockCity-level only
TimezoneIANA timezone identifier (e.g. Asia/Kolkata)High
ISPInternet service provider nameHigh
OrganizationRegistered organization for the IP blockHigh
ASNAutonomous System Number of the networkExact
Connection TypeBroadband, mobile, corporate, hostingMedium

Public IP vs Private IP: What Is the Difference?

A public IP address is assigned by your ISP and is visible on the internet. It is globally unique and allows other computers to reach your network. A private IP address is used within a local network (home router, office LAN) and is not routable on the public internet.

Private IP ranges defined in RFC 1918 are: 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255, 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255, and 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255. Your router has one public IP facing the internet and assigns private IPs to all devices on your home network using NAT (Network Address Translation).

IPv4 vs IPv6

IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses supporting approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses. The global pool of available IPv4 addresses was exhausted in 2011. IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses supporting approximately 340 undecillion (3.4 x 10^38) unique addresses. Both protocols coexist today and most devices have both an IPv4 and an IPv6 address. ISPs and major content providers support IPv6 alongside IPv4 in a configuration called dual-stack.

What Is an ASN?

An Autonomous System Number (ASN) is a unique identifier assigned to a group of IP networks and routers under the control of a single organization. ASNs are used by the BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) routing protocol to identify different networks on the internet. ISPs, large enterprises, universities, and CDN providers each have one or more ASNs. Knowing the ASN of an IP address tells you which organization controls the network block that address belongs to.

IP Geolocation Accuracy and Limitations

IP geolocation is accurate to the country level in over 99% of cases. At the city level, accuracy varies between 50% and 80% depending on the ISP and region. IP geolocation does not reveal the exact physical address of a device. It shows the registered location of the network infrastructure (usually an ISP exchange or data center) that serves the connection.

VPN users will see the location of the VPN server rather than their real location. Mobile users may see a location that differs from their physical position because mobile carrier IP addresses are often assigned to gateway infrastructure in a central city. Corporate users may see their company's head office location if the company uses centralized internet egress.

Privacy note: All IP lookups in this tool are performed client-side using public APIs. We do not log, store, or transmit your IP address to our servers. The lookup data is fetched directly from ipwho.is in your browser and displayed locally.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is an IP address?+
An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique numerical label assigned to every device connected to a computer network. It serves two functions: identifying the host or network interface, and providing the location of that host in the network. IPv4 addresses use four numbers separated by dots, while IPv6 addresses use eight groups of four hexadecimal digits separated by colons.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?+
IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses supporting approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses. IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses supporting approximately 340 undecillion unique addresses. IPv6 was developed to address IPv4 exhaustion. Both protocols coexist on the modern internet, and many devices have both an IPv4 and an IPv6 address assigned simultaneously.
Can an IP address reveal my exact home address?+
No. An IP address lookup reveals the approximate geographic location of your ISP's network infrastructure, typically accurate to the city or region level. It does not reveal your exact home address, street, or name. The location shown is where your ISP's equipment is registered, which may be many kilometres from your actual location.
What is the difference between a public IP and a private IP address?+
A public IP is assigned by your ISP and is visible on the internet. A private IP is used within a local network and is not routable on the public internet. Private ranges are 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255, 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255, and 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255. Your router has a public IP facing the internet and assigns private IPs to devices on your home network using NAT.
What is an ASN?+
An Autonomous System Number (ASN) is a unique identifier assigned to a group of IP networks under the control of a single organization. ISPs, large enterprises, universities, and CDN providers each have one or more ASNs. Knowing the ASN of an IP address tells you which organization controls the network block that address belongs to.
What is a VPN and how does it affect IP lookup results?+
A VPN routes your internet traffic through a server in another location, so websites and IP lookup tools see the VPN server's IP address instead of your real IP. This changes the country, city, and ISP shown in lookup results to those of the VPN server. VPNs are used to protect privacy, bypass geographic restrictions, and secure connections on public WiFi.