🌐 What Is My IP Address?

Detecting your public IP address...

Why Your Public IP Matters

Your public IP address is the digital identifier assigned to your network by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). It’s what websites, cloud services, gaming servers, and remote systems use to send data back to you.

Common Real-World Uses

• Remote Access: Configure port forwarding to access security cameras, NAS drives, or home servers.
• Cloud Security: Whitelist your IP in AWS, Google Cloud, or database firewalls to prevent unauthorized access.
• VPN Verification: Check if your VPN is leaking your real IP by comparing this result with your expected location.
• Gaming & Hosting: Set up Minecraft, Steam, or game servers that require your public IP for friends to connect.
• Tech Support: Quickly share your IP when troubleshooting connectivity issues with your ISP.

Is Your IP Address Safe?

Your IP alone won’t reveal your name or street address, but it can expose your city, ISP, and time zone. In rare cases, malicious actors could use it for DDoS attacks or targeted phishing if combined with other data.

Best practices:

1. Use a trusted VPN service when on public Wi-Fi or accessing sensitive sites.
2. Avoid clicking suspicious links that may log your IP via tracking pixels.
3. Enable firewall rules to block unsolicited inbound connections.

How to Check my IP Address

            Windows: ipconfig /all
            Linux / Mac: ifconfig -a
        

Best practice: Use a trusted VPN when browsing sensitive sites or accessing public Wi-Fi.

How to Change or Hide Your IP

• Restart your router: Many ISPs assign dynamic IPs that change on reboot.
• Use a VPN: Services like ProtonVPN, Mullvad, or NordVPN mask your real IP.
• Try Tor Browser: For anonymous browsing (slower but highly private).
• Contact your ISP: Request a static IP if you need consistency (often paid).

Frequently Asked Questions