Netzwerk
My IP
The My IP tool displays your current public IP address as seen from the internet, along with associated information including your internet service provider, autonomous system number, approximate geographic location, and reverse DNS hostname. It detects both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses simultaneously. This is useful for verifying VPN connections, checking which exit node you are using, and diagnosing network connectivity.
What does My IP Show?
My IP performs a server-side detection of the requesting client's IP address and returns it along with metadata from IP geolocation and ASN databases. The IPv4 address is the public address your traffic appears to originate from on the internet — typically the external address of your router or NAT gateway. If you are behind a VPN or proxy, this will show the VPN exit IP rather than your real ISP address. IPv6 is shown if your ISP and device support it.
How does it work?
When you load the tool, your browser makes a request to the server, which reads the source IP from the connection. The IP is then enriched using MaxMind GeoLite2 or a similar database to retrieve geolocation data, ASN, and ISP name. Reverse DNS (PTR lookup) is performed to find the hostname associated with your IP. All data is displayed in a structured panel. Your IP address is not stored or logged beyond the request itself.
Typical Use Cases
- Verifying that a VPN is active and routing traffic through the expected exit node
- Confirming your public IP before configuring firewall allowlist rules
- Checking which ISP and ASN your connection is routed through
- Troubleshooting geolocation-dependent services that behave differently by region
Step-by-step Guide
- Step 1: Open the My IP tool.
- Step 2: Your public IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are displayed automatically.
- Step 3: Review the ISP, ASN, location, and reverse DNS information.
- Step 4: Copy your IP address for use in firewall rules or support tickets.
Tips & Notes
- If you are using a VPN, the displayed IP is your VPN exit node IP — verify it matches the expected server.
- The geolocation shown is approximate and based on database registration, not your physical GPS location.
- Use the dns-lookup tool to perform a PTR lookup on your IP to see its reverse DNS entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my IP location show the wrong city or country?
IP geolocation is based on registration data and network routing, not physical device location. ISPs may route traffic through distant hub cities, and database entries are not always up to date. Accuracy at the country level is high; at the city level it varies.
What is the difference between a public IP and a private IP?
Your router receives a public IP from your ISP and shares it with all devices on your local network via NAT. Devices on your local network have private IPs (e.g., 192.168.x.x) that are only visible within your home or office network and are not reachable from the internet.