How to Check My IP Address

When IT asks for your external IP or you need a printer's internal IP for Wi-Fi setup, use this step-by-step guide to find network addresses on any device.

3-Line Summary

1Platform-specific commands for Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile.
2Browser and control panel tips that need no extra software.
3Separate methods for private IP (local) and public IP (external).

Finding IP on Windows 10/11

**Method 1: Command Prompt** 1. Press Windows + R, type `cmd`, and press Enter. 2. Type `ipconfig` and press Enter. 3. Find IPv4 Address — the 192.168.x.x or 172.x.x.x value is your private IP. **Method 2: Settings UI** 1. Right-click the Wi-Fi/Ethernet icon and open network settings. 2. Click Properties and scroll to view IP details.

Finding IP on macOS and Linux

**macOS GUI:** 1. Open System Settings → Wi-Fi or Network. 2. Click Details on the connected network to see your private IP. **Terminal (Mac & Linux):** 1. Open Terminal. 2. Run `ifconfig` or on modern Linux `ip addr`. 3. Find the inet address under the active interface (en0, eth0, wlan0, etc.).

Finding IP on Android and iPhone

**Samsung Galaxy (Android):** 1. Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the gear icon on the connected network. 3. Find IP address at the bottom. **iPhone (iOS):** 1. Settings → Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the (i) icon next to the network. 3. Scroll to IPv4 Address.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Search results show your public IP — the external address the internet sees. Device settings show your private IP inside the router. Both being different behind NAT is completely normal.

Yes. On public Wi-Fi your private IP comes from the café router's pool, and your public IP becomes the café's main line IP instead of your home address.

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