Understanding what information websites can collect about you
IP Address Tracking
Your IP address is your unique identifier on the internet. It can be used to track your online activity and location.
Browser Fingerprinting
Websites can identify you by combining browser version, screen resolution, installed fonts, and other system characteristics.
WebRTC Leaks
WebRTC can expose your real IP address even when using a VPN, potentially compromising your privacy protection.
Browser Limitations
Web browsers restrict network testing for security. Ping tests, DNS leak detection, and traceroute cannot provide accurate results in browser environments.
Use this information to better understand and protect your online privacy. Consider using VPNs, ad blockers, and privacy-focused browsers.
The IP lookup tool traces your IP address by leveraging IP geolocation data to map out possible networks and a range of IP addresses that originate from that area. The IP finder then sends requests to those possible IP addresses until it detects one or more devices that respond.
Since network data is publicly available, the IP lookup tool can identify your IP address, internet service provider (ISP), Autonomous System (ASN) information, and DNS information. It can also identify granular details, including device models, operating systems, and connection speeds.
Important note
Any information discovered by an IP lookup tool is publicly available and for educational purposes only. While you can check public IP information, it won’t provide names, exact addresses, or any other identifying information.
Why knowing your IP address is important
Every device or network has an IP (Internet Protocol) address. It's a unique number assigned to your network or device, and is used to identify and share data. For example, your ISP assigns your network an IP address to enable your internet connection.
However, there are two types of IP addresses: public, which an ISP assigns to a router, and private, which is used locally by and between your devices.
Public –This is the IP address given to your service router by your ISP. Public IP addresses are traceable and reveal who's providing the connection and where it's located.
Private – Individual devices have a private IP address. While your internet connection comes through a public IP, other devices, such as your laptop, phone, or smart devices, have private IP addresses that you can use to enable them to communicate with one another within the same private network.
Knowing your various IP addresses is critical for identifying what you're referring to, whether it's your public connection or a specific device. You can use this information to trace network or security issues back to their source and know where to look during future testing.
Additional information provided
The IP address lookup tool also provides additional information when possible, including: IP geolocation, internet service provider (ISP), WebRTC leak detection, security threat analysis, system information, and DNS analysis.
IP geolocation – If the IP finder detects an address, it can use supporting data to approximate the country, state, city, and even latitude and longitude based on the location of the ISP.
Internet service provider – Your ISP is the provider of your public IP address. As a result, finding an IP address allows you to trace it back to an ISP easily.
WebRTC leak detection – If you want to keep your IP address private, such as by using a VPN, a DNS leak test will show if your data is exposed.
Security threat analysis – When you trace IP addresses, you may also be able to detect threat intelligence, such as the IP reputation, VPN or proxy presence, and if the IP address is found on any blacklists.
System information – The IP address lookup tool can find precise details, including the browser, OS, and connection type used with your device.
DNS analysis – Locate the reverse DNS lookup record along with the primary and secondary DNS addresses.
An IP address is a unique number assigned to a device that connects to a network using the Internet. There are two types of IP addresses: public, which an ISP assigns to a router, and private, which is used locally by and between your devices.
You can find your IP address by using an IP address lookup tool, or by opening the Command Prompt on Windows and entering ‘ipconfig.’ On Mac, you can find your IP address by going to System Preferences and accessing your network details.
Yes, your IP address is unique to your network and can be publicly tracked or shared by your ISP. Other sources, such as the websites you visit, can collect your IP address information via cookies to track your activity and access information, including general geolocation and network preferences.
Your IP geolocation approximates the origin of your network connection. It can’t pinpoint your exact mailing address, but it can use publicly available ISP information to approximate your location down to the city and zip code.
You can potentially privatize your IP information by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) or proxy server when connecting any device to the internet. Some web browsers are also marketed as “anonymous,” such as DuckDuckGo, Tor Browser, and Brave. However, even using these methods doesn’t guarantee privacy, nor are they 100% effective at preventing outside sources from tracking your data.
Your Public IP Address
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What is my IP address?
ShowMyIP is a free IP lookup tool that shows your public IP address, location, ISP information, and security details instantly.
Privacy Note
This tool demonstrates how much information websites can gather about your connection. We're attempting to detect your real IP address even if you're using a VPN or proxy service through various techniques including WebRTC leak detection.
Geolocation Information
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Postal CodeN/A
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ISPN/A
ASN Information
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OrganizationN/A
TypeN/A
Security threat analysis
Connection Type Analysis
VPN DetectedNo
Proxy/HostingNo
TOR Exit NodeNo
Threat Intelligence
ReputationUnknown
System information
BrowserUnknown
Operating SystemUnknown
User AgentCCBot/2.0 (https://commoncrawl.org/faq/)
Reverse DNS Lookup
Reverse DNS LookupN/A
Primary DNS ServerN/A
Secondary DNS ServerN/A
Why Use ShowMyIP?
IP Address Lookup
Show my IP address. Use the free IP address lookup tool to find your public IP address, ISP data, location, WebRTC leaks, security threats, and DNS information.
VPN Leak Detection
If you want to keep your IP address private, such as by using a VPN, a DNS leak test will show if your data is exposed.
Network Analysis
The IP address lookup tool can identify the network information, including the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS servers.
WebRTC Leak Detection
STUN Server Detection
Checking for IP Leaks via WebRTC STUN servers...
DNS Leak Detection
Note: This test uses WebRTC STUN servers to detect potential DNS leaks by analyzing IP addresses from multiple geographic regions. For comprehensive testing, consider using dedicated tools like dnsleaktest.com.
Port Scan Results
Security Notice: Port scanning is performed for educational purposes only. Open ports may indicate potential security vulnerabilities.
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Geolocation Information
Security threat analysis
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Reverse DNS Lookup
IP Address Lookup
VPN Leak Detection
Network Analysis
WebRTC Leak Detection
Port Scan Results