What is My IP Address?
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The location and geo details of an IP address are not always accurate.
What is an IP address?
An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique numerical identifier assigned to your device by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) whenever you connect to the internet.
When you enter a website name, like google.com, your computer doesn’t understand domain names the way humans do. Instead, it relies on IP addresses, which act like numerical coordinates in the internet’s vast digital landscape.
- 1. You type google.com into your browser.
- 2. Your device queries the Domain Name System (DNS) to find the corresponding IP address (e.g.,
142.250.200.142
). - 3. The browser then sends a request to that IP address.
- 4. The website’s server receives the request, processes it, and returns the correct data.
- 5. The page loads on your screen.
Without IP addresses, the internet wouldn’t function—every device, server, and website depends on them for communication.
Read more on WikipediaWhy Should You Hide Your IP?
Frequently Asked Questions
You can change your IP address using these methods:
- Using a VPN – masks your real IP and replaces it with another one.
- Connecting through a proxy – routes your traffic via a different server.
- Switching to mobile data – often assigns a new IP when reconnecting.
- Restarting your router – some ISPs assign a new dynamic IP upon reboot.
- Using TOR – encrypts your traffic and routes it through multiple nodes to hide your IP.
To safeguard your IP and maintain online anonymity, follow these steps:
- Use a VPN – hides your IP and encrypts your connection.
- Utilize proxy servers – helps mask your real IP address.
- Browse with TOR – enables anonymous internet access.
- Enable firewalls and antivirus software – prevents data leaks.
- Avoid public Wi-Fi networks – they may be insecure and expose your IP.
A private IP is used within a local network (e.g., home or office) and is not directly accessible from the internet. It enables communication between devices within the same network.
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