What Is My Local IP Address?

Find your device's private IP address on your local network. This is the address your router assigned to you, used only inside the home network.

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Note: Local IP detection requires WebRTC support in your browser. If detection fails, see manual methods below.

Local IP vs Public IP

Feature Local IP Public IP
VisibilityOnly on your networkVisible on internet
Assigned byYour router (DHCP)Your ISP
Example192.168.1.100203.45.67.89
Used forLocal network devicesInternet communication

Common Local IP Ranges

  • 192.168.x.x - Most common for home networks
  • 10.x.x.x - Often used by enterprises and some ISPs
  • 172.16.x.x - 172.31.x.x - Less common private range

How to Find Local IP Manually

Windows

ipconfig

Look for "IPv4 Address" under your active network adapter.

macOS

ifconfig | grep "inet "

Or: System Preferences → Network → Select connection → IP Address

Linux

ip addr show
# or
hostname -I

iPhone/iPad

Settings → Wi-Fi → Tap (i) next to network → IP Address

Android

Settings → Wi-Fi → Tap connected network → IP address

Why Know Your Local IP?

  • Access devices on your network (printers, NAS, cameras)
  • Set up port forwarding
  • Configure static IP addresses
  • Troubleshoot network issues
  • Access your router admin panel