"Find my IP address" actually means two different things depending on what you need it for — your one shared public address, or the private address your specific device uses on the local network. Here's how to get each, reliably.

Your public IP address

The simplest, most reliable method is a dedicated IP lookup tool — NetRiskScan's IP Risk Check shows your current public IP automatically as soon as the page loads, along with its network and reputation details. This works identically regardless of device or operating system, since it's checking the address your connection presents to the outside internet, not anything device-specific.

Your local (private) IP address

This requires checking your specific device's own network settings, since it's not visible to any website:

  • Windows: Open Command Prompt and run ipconfig — look for "IPv4 Address" under your active network adapter.
  • macOS: System Settings → Network → select your active connection → the local IP is shown directly.
  • Linux: Run ip addr or ifconfig in a terminal and look for the address on your active interface.
  • iOS: Settings → Wi-Fi → tap the (i) next to your connected network → IP Address.
  • Android: Settings → Network & Internet → Wi-Fi → tap your connected network → look for IP address details.

Your router's own address

Your router's local address (often 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) is usually printed on a label on the device itself, or visible as the "default gateway" in the same settings screens above.

FAQ

Why does a website show a different IP than my computer's network settings?

Your computer's network settings show your private, local address; the website shows your router's shared public address. See Public IP vs Private IP for why these are always different.

Will my public IP look different on mobile data vs. Wi-Fi?

Almost always yes — they're different networks operated by different providers, each assigning their own public address.