How do I find my IP address?

The fastest way to find your IP address is to open ipnow.dev — your public IP is shown instantly. No app, sign up or technical knowledge required.

What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?

IPv4 is the older 32-bit address format (e.g. 99.33.79.49). IPv6 is the newer 128-bit format that provides many more addresses. Many devices now have both.

How do I find my IP address on Mac using Terminal?

Open Terminal and run `ipconfig getifaddr en0` for Wi-Fi or `ipconfig getifaddr en1` for Ethernet. For all interfaces at once, run `ifconfig | grep "inet "`. The address starting with 192.168 or 10. is your local IP.

What is my Mac's local IP address?

Your local (private) IP is assigned by your router and typically looks like 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x. Find it in System Settings → Network → your connection → Details, or via Terminal with `ipconfig getifaddr en0`.

Why does my Mac IP address change?

Your public IP can change when your router restarts or your ISP reassigns addresses. Your local IP is also dynamic (via DHCP) and can change between connections. Set a static local IP in System Settings → Network if you need consistency.

Does Safari Private Window hide my IP on Mac?

No. Private Window only prevents Safari from saving your history locally. Every website still sees your public IP. To hide it, use a VPN app or enable iCloud Private Relay (requires iCloud+ subscription).

What is my IP address on Mac?

Q: What is my IP address?

Your IP address is a unique number that identifies your device on the internet. ipnow detects and displays your public IPv4 and IPv6 address at the top of this page automatically.

Your Mac's public IP address appears instantly at the top of this page. No app, no Terminal command needed — ipnow detects it automatically in any browser.

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Your public IP address

216.73.216.157

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This is the address that websites, apps and online services see when you connect. ipnow doesn't store or log it.

Location

Network & ISP

Location is estimated from your IP address and may differ from your exact physical location.

Understanding your Mac IP address

Public and local IP addresses on macOS, how to find them both, and why your IP sometimes changes.

Your Mac has two IP addresses

Your Mac has a public IP (shown above) shared by all devices on your network, assigned by your ISP. It also has a local IP visible only inside your home network. Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections each get their own local IP, though they share the same public IP.

How to find your IP on Mac

Your public IP is shown at the top of this page. For your local IP on macOS: open System Settings → Network → select your connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) → click Details. In Terminal, run `ipconfig getifaddr en0` (Wi-Fi) or `ipconfig getifaddr en1` (Ethernet).

Wi-Fi vs Ethernet on Mac

Wi-Fi and Ethernet share the same public IP but have separate local IPs (e.g. 192.168.1.10 for Wi-Fi, 192.168.1.11 for Ethernet). The public IP — what ipnow shows — is the same regardless of which interface your Mac uses.

Why your IP address changes

Most home and mobile connections use dynamic IP addresses that your ISP can reassign at any time — typically when you restart your router, reconnect, or switch networks. A static IP stays fixed but usually costs extra from your ISP.

Is it safe to share your Mac's IP address?

Every website you visit on your Mac can see your public IP. Here is what that means and how to protect your privacy on macOS.

What your Mac IP reveals

Your public IP can expose your approximate city, region, and ISP. It does not reveal your name, street address, or browsing history. Websites, servers, and online services all see this IP when you connect from your Mac.

We never log it

ipnow shows no ads and runs no trackers. We never store or log your IP address on our servers. Geolocation and ISP details are fetched from privacy-respecting third-party providers.

Staying private on macOS

Safari's Private Window does not change your IP. To mask it, use a reputable VPN app on macOS, or sign into iCloud Private Relay (iCloud+ subscribers) which routes Safari traffic through Apple's relay network.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about IP addresses and how ipnow works.

Your Mac's public IP is shown at the top of this page. It's the same for all devices on your network. For your local IP, open System Settings → Network → select your connection → Details.