How to check my ip address?

Checking your IP address is straightforward and can be done in several ways depending on your device or preference. An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique string of numbers (e.g., 192.168.1.1 or 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e) that identifies your device on a network, either local (private) or the internet (public). Here’s how to find it as of now:

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Method 1: Using Your Device Settings

On Windows

1. Open Command Prompt:
   • Press Win + R, type cmd, and hit Enter.
2. Run the Command:
   • Type ipconfig and press Enter.
3. Find Your IP:
   • Look under "IPv4 Address" (e.g., 192.168.1.10) for your local network IP. If connected to the internet, this is your private IP.

On macOS

1. System Settings:
   • Click the Apple menu > "System Settings" (or "System Preferences" on older versions) > "Network."
2. Check Active Connection:
   • Select your active connection (e.g., Wi-Fi) and look for "IP Address" (e.g., 192.168.0.5).

On Android

1. Settings:
   • Go to "Settings" > "Network & Internet" > "Wi-Fi."
2. View Details:
   • Tap your connected Wi-Fi network; scroll to "IP Address" (e.g., 192.168.1.15).

On iPhone/iPad (iOS)

1. Settings:
   • Open "Settings" > "Wi-Fi."
2. Check Network:
   • Tap the "i" next to your connected network; see "IP Address" under IPv4 (e.g., 192.168.1.20).

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Method 2: Online Tools (Public IP)

Your public IP is what websites see when you’re online, assigned by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). To find it:

1. Open a Browser:
   • Use Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.
2. Visit a Website:
   • Go to:
     • whatismyipaddress.com
     • ipchicken.com
     • iplocation.net
   • Or simply Google "What is my IP" and see the result at the top (e.g., 103.45.67.89).
3. Result: Displays your public IPv4 (e.g., 203.0.113.5) or IPv6 (e.g., 2001:0db8::1) address.

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Method 3: Using Terminal (Advanced)

On Windows (PowerShell or CMD)

• Type ipconfig | findstr IPv4 in Command Prompt for a quick local IP.
• For public IP, use: curl ifconfig.me (requires curl installed) or check online.

On macOS/Linux

1. Open Terminal:
   • Finder > Applications > Utilities > Terminal (macOS) or any terminal (Linux).
2. Command:
   • Type ifconfig (macOS) or ip addr (Linux) and look for "inet" under your active interface (e.g., en0 for Wi-Fi) → 192.168.1.100.
   • For public IP: curl ifconfig.me or dig +short myip.opendns.com @resolver1.opendns.com.

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Key Notes

• Private vs. Public IP:
  • Private: Used within your local network (e.g., 192.168.x.x, 10.x.x.x). Seen in device settings.
  • Public: Your external address on the internet, shared via your router (NAT). Seen online.
• IPv4 vs. IPv6:
  • IPv4: Four numbers (e.g., 172.16.254.1)—most common.
  • IPv6: Longer, hexadecimal (e.g., 2001:0db8::1)—newer, growing with IoT.
• Dynamic vs. Static: Most home IPs change (dynamic) unless you request a static IP from your ISP (e.g., Jio, Airtel).

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Example

• Device Check (Windows): ipconfig shows 192.168.1.50—your laptop’s local IP.
• Online Check: Google says 103.21.58.10—your router’s public IP via BSNL.

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Troubleshooting

• VPN On? Online tools show your VPN’s IP, not your real one—disable it for your actual public IP.
• No Internet? Device settings still show local IP (e.g., 192.168.x.x), but public IP won’t apply.
• Router IP: Want your router’s IP? It’s often the "Default Gateway" in ipconfig (e.g., 192.168.1.1)—access it via a browser.

Pick the method that suits you—online for public IP, settings for local. Quick and easy!