What is my IP address?

To find your IP address, you can use various methods depending on your device and operating system.

Here are instructions for different platforms:

Using a Web Browser:

1. Visit an IP Lookup Website:
   • Open your web browser.
   • Search for “What is my IP address” or visit a website like WhatIsMyIP.com or WhatIsMyIP.org. The site will display your public IP address.

On Windows:

1. Using Command Prompt:
   • Open the Command Prompt by pressing Win + R, typing cmd, and pressing Enter.
   • In the Command Prompt window, type ipconfig and press Enter.
   • Look for the “IPv4 Address” under your active network connection. This is your IP address.
2. Using Settings:
   • Click on the Start menu, then select “Settings” (gear icon).
   • Go to “Network & Internet.”
   • Under “Status,” you’ll find your IP address listed next to “IPv4 address.”

On macOS:

1. Using Terminal:
   • Open the Terminal (you can find it in Applications > Utilities > Terminal).
   • Type ifconfig and press Enter.
   • Look for your active network connection (usually labeled as “en0” or “en1”) and find the “inet” address. This is your IP address.
2. Using System Preferences:
   • Click on the Apple logo in the top-left corner and select “System Preferences.”
   • Go to “Network.”
   • Select your active network connection on the left, and your IP address will be displayed on the right.

On Linux:

1. Using Terminal:
   • Open a terminal window.
   • Type ifconfig or ip a and press Enter.
   • Look for your active network connection (usually labeled as “eth0” or “wlan0”) and find the “inet” address. This is your IP address.

On Mobile Devices (iOS and Android):

1. On iOS (iPhone, iPad):
   • Open the Settings app.
   • Go to “Wi-Fi.”
   • Tap on the connected Wi-Fi network, and your IP address will be listed.
2. On Android:
   • Open the Settings app.
   • Go to “Network & Internet” or “Connections” and select “Wi-Fi.”
   • Tap on the connected Wi-Fi network, and your IP address will be displayed.

There are two types of IP addresses: a public IP address (visible on the internet) and a private IP address (used within your local network). The methods above generally show your local IP address. If you want to find your public IP address (the one visible to the internet), you can use an online IP lookup tool or check your router’s settings.