To find out your IP address, you can use various methods depending on your device and operating system. Here are some common ways to check your IP address:
1. Using a Search Engine:Simply open your web browser and go to a search engine like Google.
In the search bar, type "What is my IP address" and press Enter.
The search results should display your public IP address at the top of the page.
2. Using Command Prompt (Windows):Press the "Windows Key + R" to open the Run dialog box.
Type "cmd" and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.
In the Command Prompt window, type "ipconfig" and press Enter.
Look for the "IPv4 Address" or "IPv6 Address" (depending on your network configuration) under your active network connection. This is your local IP address.
3. Using Terminal (macOS and Linux):Open the Terminal application.
Type "ifconfig" and press Enter.
Look for "inet" under your active network connection. This is your local IP address.
To find your public IP address, you can use the "curl" command with a service like "ifconfig.me" or "ipinfo.io" by entering "curl ifconfig.me" or "curl ipinfo.io/ip" and pressing Enter.
4. Checking Network Settings (Windows, macOS, and Linux):On Windows, you can also check your IP address by going to "Settings" > "Network & Internet" > "Wi-Fi" or "Ethernet" (depending on your connection type) > "Properties." Your IP address will be listed there.
On macOS, you can find your IP address by going to "Apple Menu" > "System Preferences" > "Network" > select your active connection on the left (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) > click "Advanced" > go to the "TCP/IP" tab.
On Linux, open your network settings or network manager to find your IP address.
5. Using Online IP Checkers:You can visit websites like "whatismyip.com," "ipinfo.io," or "ifconfig.me" using a web browser, and they will display your public IP address on the webpage.
Remember that you have both a local (private) IP address, which is used within your local network, and a public IP address, which is used to communicate with the internet. The methods above will help you find your public IP address, which is what websites and external services see when you connect to the internet.
