What is my IP?

When you connect to this website through the ipv6 protocol, we run an analysis to also display your ipv4 address. Indeed, a large part of the web is still operating under the old ipv4 protocol, and it is likely that your internet provider has also allocated an ipv4 address to you. According to our analysis, your ipv4 is: 3.147.51.147.

IP Location data

Our IP Location data is provided by www.IP2Location.com. We support both ipv4 and ipv6 formats.

My IP Location on a map

Is my IP address static or dynamic?

When you visit this page, we store your IP in a cookie on your computer (we don't keep any information on our server).

During your next visit, we display your previous IP alongside with your current IP address.

If your IP address has changed, that means it is dynamic. If it has not changed, that means you MAY have a static IP. Allocation of your IP may vary depending on your internet provider.

If you turn off your computer and your router/wifi and your IP has not changed when you come back, there is a good chance it is static (fixed).

Even if having a static IP is not recommended anymore, it may be useful if you host websites or game servers on your computer.

Don't forget to hide your IP if you want to protect your privacy or just browse anonymously. This is notably recommended if you want to protect yourself from malicious people when you engage in sensitive activities (online banking, stock or bitcoin trading, social media).

What is a VPN?

A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology that encrypts internet traffic and hides the user's IP address, enhancing privacy and security online. It creates a secure tunnel between the user’s device and the internet, preventing hackers, ISPs, or governments from tracking activities. VPNs are commonly used to access geo-restricted content, protect sensitive data on public Wi-Fi, and enable remote work by securely connecting to private company networks. They are essential for maintaining anonymity and safeguarding personal information online.

Differences between IPv4 and IPv6 and why IPv6 adoption is slow

IPv4 uses a 32-bit addressing system, allowing around 4.3 billion unique addresses, while IPv6 employs a 128-bit system, providing an almost unlimited number of addresses. Despite IPv4 exhaustion, IPv6 adoption remains slow due to infrastructure costs, compatibility issues, and the widespread use of NAT (Network Address Translation), which extends IPv4 usability. Many companies hesitate to upgrade because their existing networks function well with IPv4, and transitioning requires time, investment, and technical expertise to ensure a smooth implementation.

The first IP addresses assigned in internet history

The first IP addresses were assigned in the early 1980s under the ARPANET project, a precursor to the modern internet. Initially, IP addresses followed the class-based system, with large blocks allocated to universities, corporations, and government entities. Stanford University, MIT, and the US Department of Defense were among the first recipients. The famous 1.0.0.0/8 and 2.0.0.0/8 blocks were part of these early assignments, shaping the foundation of internet connectivity and global network expansion.

Why some IP addresses are never assigned and are reserved

Certain IP addresses are reserved for special purposes and cannot be assigned to public devices. For example, 0.0.0.0 represents an unspecified address, often used during network initialization. 127.0.0.1 is reserved for loopback testing, allowing a device to communicate with itself. 169.254.0.0/16 is designated for automatic private IP addressing (APIPA) when no DHCP server is available. Additionally, blocks like 10.0.0.0/8 and 192.168.0.0/16 are reserved for private networks, preventing conflicts with global internet routing.