What Is My IP Address?
Columbus, US| IP Address (IPv4) | 216.73.217.69 |
|---|---|
| Location | Columbus, Ohio, US |
| ISP | Anthropic, PBC |
| ASN | AS16509 |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| Protocol | HTTP/2 |
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- Public IP: it is shown at the top of this page, or run
curl hackmyip.com/ipin a terminal. - Local (private) IP: press
Win + R, typecmd, press Enter, then runipconfigand read the IPv4 Address line.
macOS
- Public IP: shown at the top of this page.
- Local IP: open the Apple menu → System Settings → Network → Wi-Fi (or Ethernet) → Details → TCP/IP. Or run
ipconfig getifaddr en0in Terminal.
Linux
- Public IP: run
curl hackmyip.com/ip. - Local IP: run
ip addr(orhostname -I) and look for theinetaddress on your active interface.
iPhone / iPad
- Public IP: open this page in Safari — it is shown at the top.
- Local IP: Settings → Wi-Fi → tap the (i) next to your network → read IP Address.
Android
- Public IP: open this page in Chrome — it is shown at the top.
- Local IP: Settings → Network & internet → Wi-Fi → tap your network, or Settings → About phone → Status.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my IP address?
Your IP address is the unique number assigned to your device by your internet service provider (ISP). It identifies you on the internet and reveals your approximate location. HackMyIP shows your public IP address instantly.
Is my IP address exposed?
Yes — every website you visit can see your public IP address. This is how the internet works. If you want to hide your IP, use a VPN service to mask your real address.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv4 addresses look like 192.168.1.1 (4 numbers separated by dots). IPv6 addresses are longer, like 2001:db8::1. IPv6 was created because IPv4 addresses are running out. Most networks support both.
Can someone find me with my IP address?
Knowing your IP alone is not enough to find your exact location, but it can reveal your city and ISP. Combined with other information, it could be used for targeted attacks. Use a VPN and firewall for protection.
How do I change my IP address?
You can change your IP by using a VPN, connecting to a different network, or restarting your router. Your ISP may also assign you a new IP periodically if you have a dynamic IP address.