What is IP Address Lookup?

IP Address Lookup is an online tool that allows you to find detailed geolocation and network information for any public IP address. Simply enter an IPv4 or IPv6 address to discover its approximate location, Internet Service Provider (ISP), and other network details.

Table of Contents

1. What is IP Address Lookup?
2. Why Use IP Address Lookup?
3. What Information Can You Find?
4. Privacy and Data Handling
5. How to Use IP Address Lookup
6. Tips for Best Results
7. Features
8. Frequently Asked Questions

Why Use IP Address Lookup?

Understanding the origin of an IP address is valuable for many purposes:

Security Analysis

Investigate suspicious login attempts or network activity

Website Analytics

Understand where your visitors are coming from

VPN Verification

Confirm your VPN is working and showing the expected location

Network Troubleshooting

Identify the source of network requests

Research

Learn about servers, services, or network infrastructure

What Information Can You Find?

Our IP lookup tool provides comprehensive information including:

Country, region, and city location
Approximate geographic coordinates
Timezone information
Internet Service Provider (ISP) name
Organization associated with the IP
Interactive map showing approximate location

Privacy and Data Handling

Your privacy matters. Here's how we handle IP lookups:

Privacy commitment: We don't store the IP addresses you look up. Lookups are processed instantly and not saved on our servers.

No logging of IP addresses
Real-time processing without storage
No tracking of search history or browsing activity
Location data from trusted providers (MaxMind, IP-API) — only IP address is shared

How to Use IP Address Lookup

Looking up an IP address is simple and takes just a few seconds:

Enter the IP Address

Type or paste the IP address you want to lookup into the search field. The tool accepts both IPv4 addresses (like 8.8.8.8) and IPv6 addresses.

Click Lookup

Press the "Lookup" button or hit Enter on your keyboard. The tool will query our databases to retrieve information about the IP address.

View Results

Within seconds, you'll see detailed information about the IP address, including geographic location, network information, and an interactive map showing the approximate location.

Tips for Best Results

Pro tip: Use the "Your IP" button to quickly look up your current IP address and verify your connection details.

Use Public IPs: Private IP addresses (like 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x) cannot be looked up as they're only used within local networks
Copy Results: Use the copy buttons to easily save individual values or all information at once

Features

Comprehensive Data

Get detailed geolocation and network data including country, city, region, timezone, ISP, and organization information.

Interactive Map

View approximate location on an interactive map powered by Leaflet and OpenStreetMap with zoom and marker details.

IPv4 & IPv6 Support

Look up both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses with automatic version detection and appropriate badges.

Quick IP Check

Instantly look up your own IP address with one click and check its location immediately.

Easy Copy Function

Copy individual values or use "Copy All" to get all information in formatted text for reports and documentation.

Mobile Friendly

Responsive design ensures a great experience on smartphones, tablets, and desktop devices.

Privacy Focused

We don't log IP addresses you look up. Searches are processed in real-time and not stored on our servers.

Multiple Data Sources

We use multiple geolocation providers to ensure accurate and up-to-date information with automatic fallback options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is IP geolocation?

IP geolocation accuracy varies by level. Country detection is highly accurate (95-99%), while city-level accuracy ranges from 50-80% depending on the ISP and region. The coordinates shown are approximate and typically represent the general area, not an exact physical address.

Why can't I lookup private IP addresses?

Private IP addresses (like 192.168.x.x, 10.x.x.x, or 172.16-31.x.x) are used only within local networks and have no geographic location. These addresses are reused by millions of networks worldwide and aren't routable on the public internet.

Why does the location seem wrong?

Several factors can cause inaccurate geolocation:

VPN or Proxy: The IP may belong to a VPN server, not the actual user
ISP Assignment: ISPs may register IPs in different locations than where they're used
Mobile Networks: Cellular IPs often show the carrier's regional hub, not the user's location
Database Updates: Geolocation databases may not reflect recent changes

What's the difference between this and "My IP Address"?

"My IP Address" shows your own current IP address automatically. IP Address Lookup lets you enter any IP address to investigate. Use "My IP" to check your own connection, and "IP Lookup" to research other addresses.

Can I lookup someone's exact address from their IP?

No. IP geolocation only provides approximate location data (typically city or region level). It cannot determine exact street addresses. Only the ISP has detailed subscriber information, which requires legal process to obtain.

Is there a limit on lookups?

No, you can perform as many IP lookups as you need. There are no daily limits or restrictions.

Where does the data come from?

We aggregate data from multiple reputable geolocation providers including MaxMind, IP-API, and IPinfo. This multi-source approach helps ensure accuracy and completeness.