Traceroute
Trace the network path from our servers to any destination. See every hop, latency at each point, and identify where slowdowns occur. Free traceroute tool.
What Is Traceroute?
Traceroute maps the network path that data packets take from one point to another. It shows every router (hop) along the way, the latency at each hop, and helps identify where network problems or slowdowns occur. It is an essential network diagnostic tool.
How to Use
Enter any domain name or IP address to trace the network path from our server to that destination. The tool sends packets with incrementally increasing TTL (Time To Live) values to reveal each hop along the route.
Use Cases
- Diagnose where network slowdowns are occurring
- Identify ISP routing issues
- Verify traffic is routing through expected networks
- Debug connectivity problems to specific servers
- Understand the network path your data takes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is traceroute?
Traceroute is a network diagnostic tool that shows the path data takes from source to destination. It reveals each router (hop) along the way and measures the time to reach each one, helping identify where delays or failures occur.
Why do some hops show asterisks (*)?
Asterisks indicate that a router did not respond to the traceroute probe within the timeout period. This is common and usually means the router is configured to not respond to traceroute packets (ICMP) for security reasons. It does not necessarily indicate a problem.
How many hops is normal?
Most internet paths are 10-20 hops. Fewer than 10 hops usually means the destination is nearby or well-connected. More than 20 hops may indicate suboptimal routing. The number of hops alone does not determine speed; latency at each hop matters more.