What Is My IP Address?
Your public IP address, shown instantly — plus the browser, device and connection details websites can see.
What websites can see about your browser
Seeing an address you do not recognise? You may be on a VPN, a work or school network, or mobile data. Test your connection speed with the internet speed test.
Your IP address, explained
Every device that connects to the internet uses an IP address. The address shown above is your public IP — the one websites, games and apps see when you connect. Inside your home, your router gives each device a separate private address (often starting with 192.168 or 10.), which never appears on the internet.
Public vs private IP
- Public IP – assigned by your internet provider; shared by all devices behind your router.
- Private IP – used only on your local network, so the router knows which device asked for what.
- IPv4 – four numbers from 0 to 255, such as 203.0.113.45.
- IPv6 – a longer format such as 2001:db8::1, built for billions more devices.
Useful checks
Troubleshooting a slow or laggy connection? Run the internet speed test, check latency with the ping calculator or make sure your webcam and microphone work before a call. See every device check in Device & Network Tests.
Frequently asked questions
What is an IP address?
An IP (Internet Protocol) address is the number that identifies your connection on the internet. Websites see it so they know where to send the data you request.
Is my IP address the same as my location?
Not exactly. An IP address usually points to your internet provider and a rough area such as a city or region — not your exact home address.
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv4 addresses look like 203.0.113.45 and are running out. IPv6 addresses are longer, use letters and colons, and allow far more devices to connect.
Why does my IP address change?
Most home and mobile connections use dynamic IPs that your provider can change when your router restarts or your phone switches networks.
Can I hide my IP address?
A VPN or proxy shows websites a different IP address. Mobile data and public Wi-Fi also give you a different address from your home connection.
Does BreymanTech store my IP?
This page shows the address your browser sends when it loads the page. It is not saved in an account or shown to anyone else.