Find IP Location
Enter an IP address to find its geographic location with detailed information
Enter an IP address to see location information
Understanding IP Addresses
IP Address Versions
IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4)
The most widely used IP address format, consisting of four numbers separated by periods
Example: 192.168.1.1
- ✓32-bit address space (about 4.3 billion addresses)
- ✓Format: Four decimal numbers from 0 to 255
- ✓Currently the most common version in use
IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6)
The next-generation IP address format designed to solve IPv4 address exhaustion
Example: 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334
- ✓128-bit address space (virtually unlimited addresses)
- ✓Format: Eight groups of hexadecimal numbers
- ✓Gradually replacing IPv4 worldwide
Public vs Private IP Addresses
Public IP Address
A unique address assigned to devices directly connected to the internet
Address Ranges
Excludes private ranges: 10.0.0.0 - 10.255.255.255 172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255
Use Cases
Used for web servers, email servers, and devices that need to be accessible from the internet
Private IP Address
An address used within local networks, not directly accessible from the internet
Address Ranges
Reserved ranges: 10.0.0.0 - 10.255.255.255 172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255
Use Cases
Used for home networks, office LANs, and internal communication
Important Note
Our IP location service only works with public IP addresses. Private IP addresses are used locally and do not have geographic location information.
Location Accuracy Levels
Accuracy by Level
Country Level
95-99% accurateIdentifying the country of an IP address is highly reliable
Reliability: Very High - Based on IP address allocation registries
City Level
70-80% accurateCity-level accuracy varies depending on ISP infrastructure and database updates
Reliability: Medium to High - Depends on ISP and geolocation database
Coordinate Level
5-50km radiusGPS coordinates are approximate and represent the general area, not the exact location
Reliability: Low to Medium - Should not be used for precise location tracking
Factors Affecting Accuracy
VPN/Proxy Usage
VPNs and proxies mask the real IP address, showing the location of the VPN server instead
Mobile Networks
Mobile IPs often route through centralized gateways, showing ISP headquarters rather than actual location
Network Infrastructure
Complex routing and CDN usage can cause IP locations to differ from physical locations
Database Updates
Geolocation databases need regular updates as ISPs reassign IP blocks
Improving Accuracy
- 1Use IP location as a general indicator, not for precise tracking
- 2Combine with other data sources for better accuracy
- 3Be aware of VPN/proxy usage affecting results
- 4Consider mobile network routing when interpreting results
IP Location Use Cases
IP geolocation technology is used across various industries for multiple purposes. Here are the most common applications.
Security
Fraud Prevention
Detect and prevent fraudulent activities by identifying suspicious login locations
Examples
- •Block access from high-risk countries
- •Detect account takeover attempts
- •Flag unusual login patterns
Marketing
Geo-Targeting
Deliver location-specific content and advertisements to users based on their IP location
Examples
- •Show region-specific promotions
- •Display local language content
- •Customize product availability by region
Analytics
User Analytics
Understand your audience's geographic distribution and behavior patterns
Examples
- •Track visitor demographics
- •Analyze regional traffic patterns
- •Identify growth opportunities
User Experience
Content Localization
Automatically provide relevant content based on user location
Examples
- •Auto-detect user language
- •Show local currency and pricing
- •Display regional news and events
Infrastructure
Network Optimization
Route traffic efficiently and improve performance based on geographic location
Examples
- •Direct users to nearest server
- •Optimize CDN distribution
- •Balance load across regions
Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with regional regulations and data protection laws
Examples
- •Enforce GDPR for EU users
- •Apply regional pricing rules
- •Restrict content by jurisdiction
Privacy Considerations
Always use IP geolocation responsibly and in compliance with privacy laws. Inform users about data collection and provide opt-out options when appropriate.