On Windows there are two kinds of IP address you might need: your local IP (inside your home or office network) and your public IP (what the internet sees). Here's the fastest way to find each one on Windows 10 and 11.
Finding your public IP (the fast way)
To see your public IP address, just open the Show-IP.ir homepage in your browser — your IP, country, city, ISP, and connection security status show up instantly, no settings or software installation required.
Finding your local IP via Settings
- Click the Wi-Fi or network icon in the taskbar and open Network & Internet Settings.
- Click on your connected network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
- Scroll down to the Properties section; the address next to IPv4 address is your local IP.
Finding your local IP via Command Prompt
- Press
Win + R, typecmd, and hit Enter. - In the window that opens, type:
ipconfig
In the output, look for the IPv4 Address line under your active network adapter (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
Frequently asked
Why is my local IP different from the IP shown on Show-IP.ir?
Your local IP (like 192.168.1.5) only means something inside your home network, while your public IP is what the entire internet sees. We explain the full difference in Private vs Public IP.
Key takeaways
- The fastest way to see your public IP: open Show-IP.ir.
- Your local IP is visible via Settings or the
ipconfigcommand in Command Prompt. - These two addresses are always different, and that's completely normal.