What is an IP address?

An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique numerical label assigned to every device connected to a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication. It serves two main functions: host or network interface identification and location addressing. Think of it like a digital home address that allows data to find your device on the internet.

Why does my IP address change?

Most home internet connections use Dynamic IP addresses, which are assigned by your ISP from a pool and can change periodically (e.g., when you restart your router). Static IP addresses, which act as a permanent address, are typically reserved for businesses or servers that need to be consistently reachable at the same address.

Can accurate is IP geolocation?

IP geolocation is generally accurate to the city or region level, but rarely pinpoints your exact physical street address. It relies on databases maintained by third parties that map IP blocks to geographic locations. Factors like VPNs, proxies, and mobile networks can significantly reduce accuracy.

What information can someone get from my IP?

Your IP address reveals your general location (city/country), your Internet Service Provider (ISP), and potentially your organization name. It does NOT reveal your name, exact home address, phone number, or email. However, your ISP can link your IP activity to your personal account.

How do I hide my IP address?

The most effective way to hide your IP address is using a VPN (Virtual Private Network), which routes your traffic through a secure server, masking your real IP with the VPN server's IP. You can also use a distinct operational security browser like Tor, or a proxy server, though these may impact browsing speed.

What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?

IPv4 is the older version using 32-bit addresses (e.g., 192.168.1.1), capable of supporting about 4.3 billion devices. We technically ran out of these addresses years ago. IPv6 is the new standard using 128-bit addresses (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3...), allowing for a virtually infinite number of devices. Modern networks support both, often running them simultaneously (dual-stack).

What Is My IP Address?

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Network Details

ISP: Amazon.com, Inc.
Organization: Amazon.com, Inc.
ASN: AS16509
RIR: RIPE NCC
Reverse DNS: N/A

Location

Country: 🇺🇸United States (US)
Region: Ohio (OH)
City: Columbus
Postal Code: 43215
Latitude: 39.9625
Longitude: -83.0061
Accuracy: ~20 km
Continent: North America (NA)

Timezone & Region

Timezone: America/New_York
Abbreviation: EST
UTC Offset: GMT-05:00
Local Time: 2026-02-25T11:56:01.757Z
Daylight Saving: Active
Capital: Washington D.C.
Calling Code: +1
Currency: USD

Security Analysis

Datacenter IP — AWS

This IP address matches signatures of known privacy or hosting services.

Threat Score15/100 — Low Risk

Detected Services

AWS

About IP Detection

This analysis uses curated threat intelligence databases including Tor exit nodes, known proxy lists, cloud provider ranges, and VPN ASN data to identify privacy services.

WHOIS / Network Registration

Network Block

Network Name: IANA-BLOCK
Handle: 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255
IP Range: 0.0.0.0 – 255.255.255.255
CIDR: 0.0.0.0/0
RIR: APNIC
Status: active

Organization

Name: ID-NIC ADMINISTRATORS
ID: IA55-AP

Abuse Contact

Email: [email protected]

Technical Contact

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +62-21-52960634

Registered Aug 20, 2019

Last Updated Oct 23, 2018

Abuse Reporting & Contact Directory

If you are experiencing malicious activity from this IP address, use the contacts below to file an abuse report with the network operator. Include timestamps, log excerpts, and the IP address in your report.

ID-NIC ADMINISTRATORSIA55-AP

Abuse

DDoS attacks, hacking, port scanning, or any malicious activity originating from this IP address.

[email protected]

Technical

Routing issues, network outages, peering problems, or BGP misconfigurations.

[email protected]

+62-21-52960634

When Should You Report This IP Address?

DDoS / DoS Attack

Your server is being flooded with traffic from this IP, causing outages or degraded performance.

Evidence to include: Firewall logs, bandwidth graphs, connection counts

Brute Force / Unauthorized Access

Repeated login attempts, SSH brute forcing, or attempts to exploit vulnerabilities on your systems.

Evidence to include: Auth logs, fail2ban logs, IDS/IPS alerts

Spam & Unsolicited Email

This IP is sending bulk unsolicited email or is listed on spam blocklists.

Evidence to include: Email headers, message samples, blocklist URLs

Phishing & Scam Sites

This IP hosts websites impersonating legitimate services to steal credentials or financial data.

Evidence to include: URLs, screenshots, domain registration details

Port Scanning & Reconnaissance

Systematic scanning of your network ports or enumeration of services, often a precursor to an attack.

Evidence to include: Firewall logs, IDS alerts, netflow data

Malware & Botnet C2

This IP is distributing malware, acting as a command-and-control server, or participating in a botnet.

Evidence to include: Malware samples, network captures, DNS logs

This IP hosts or distributes copyrighted material without authorization.

Evidence to include: URLs to infringing content, proof of ownership

Child Exploitation (CSAM)

Report to law enforcement immediately. Contact NCMEC (USA) or your national hotline, then notify the ISP.

Evidence to include: Do not download or retain material — report URLs/IPs only

Tips for Filing an Effective Abuse Report

Always include the IP address, timestamps with timezone, and log excerpts showing the malicious activity.
Send reports from a professional email address — ISPs may deprioritize reports from free email providers.
For urgent threats (active attacks, CSAM), call the abuse phone number directly rather than waiting for an email response.
If you don't receive a response within 48 hours, escalate to the Regional Internet Registry (APNIC).
For child exploitation material, report to NCMEC CyberTipline (USA) or your national hotline first.

Why Check Your IP?

Your IP address is your digital fingerprint. Checking it helps you verify if your VPN is working, confirm your ISP is routing traffic correctly, or troubleshoot network connectivity issues.

Developers and IT professionals use this tool to verify geolocation accuracy, check for proxy leaks, and ensure firewall rules are applied correctly.

Privacy & Security

Your IP address can reveal your approximate physical location and internet service provider to any website you visit.

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