How to Find Your IP Address

An IP address is a number that is unique to each device that is connected to the internet. IP, which stands for "Internet Protocol," is a set of rules that tells people how to share information on the internet. An IP address tells the computer how and where to send the information. If the IP address is like a physical mailing address, then IP is the part that tells you how to get there.

Every device has two IP addresses: a public or external address that lets it talk to the rest of the internet, and a private or internal address that lets it talk to your local network, also known as your personal internet router.

You might need to know your IP address to set up a file server, add a printer, or talk to other devices on the same network. Since your IP address shows where you are, it can also help you figure out how your personal information is shared. Here's how to find your IP address on Windows, Mac, Android, and iPhone.

How to Find Your IP Address

Just type "what is my IP address" into Google and the answer will be at the top of the page.

On Windows 11

For Wi-Fi connection

1. Select Start then Settings.

2. Click on Network & internet then select Wi-Fi.

3. Select the Wi-Fi network you're connected to.

4. Under Properties, you will find your IP address next to IPv4 address.

For Ethernet connection

1. Select Start then Settings.

2. Click on Network & internet then select Ethernet.

3. Under Properties, you can find your IP address next to IPv4 address.

On Windows 10

For Wi-Fi connection

1. On the taskbar, select Wi-Fi network

2. Click on the Wi-Fi network you're connected to then select Properties.

3. Under Properties, you can find your IP address next to IPv4 address.

For Ethernet connection:

1. On the taskbar, select the Ethernet network icon then Ethernet network connection.

2. Under Ethernet, select the Ethernet network connection.

3. Under Properties, you can find your IP address next to IPv4 address.

On a Mac

1. Go to "Network" in the "System Preferences" menu.

2. Under the "Network Status" section of this window, you'll find your IP address.

On an iPhone/iPad

1. Go to "Settings."

2. Tap on "WiFi."

3. Choose the network you're connected to. You will find your IP address in the section called IPv4 address.

On an Android/tablet

Go to the Settings for your WiFi network, then choose the network you're connected to.

You'll find your IP address and other information about your network.

So that's how to find your IP address on different devices. If you have any trouble finding your IP address, just leave a comment below and we will help you solve it.