Steps to Find Your IP Address of Mobile [Anroid & iPhone]

Finding your phone’s IP address is essential for many reasons, such as setting up networks, troubleshooting connections, or managing security.

Whether you’re on Android or iPhone, the process is simple. Here’s how to do it.

Steps to Find IP Address on Android

Access Network Settings on Android

• Open your phone’s Settings: To get started, locate the Settings app on your Android device. A gear icon usually represents it.
• Tap Connections or Network & Internet: Depending on your phone model, this option may appear differently. Look for terms like “Connections” or “Network & Internet.”
• Select Wi-Fi: In the connections menu, tap the Wi-Fi option to view available networks.
• Long press the name of the Wi-Fi network you are connected to. This will open a context menu or network details page.
• Check network details: In this section, you will find your IP address.

Alternative: Access directly via device information

• Open your device’s Settings.
• Tap About phone or About device.
• Tap Status.
• Scroll down to see your IP address under IP Address.

Steps to Find IP Address on iPhone

Access Network Settings on iPhone

• Open your iPhone Settings: Look for the Settings icon on your Home screen.
• Tap Wi-Fi: This will open the list of available Wi-Fi networks.
• Tap the information button (i) next to the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to. The information button is a small circle icon with an “i” inside.
• Your IP address will be displayed in the network details. Under the heading “IP Address”, you will find the necessary information.

Understanding the difference between private and public IP addresses

Private IP address

The IP address you find through the steps above is your private IP address. It is used for communication between devices on your local network. 

Public IP address

If you need to know your public IP address, the one visible on the Internet, you must use an external service. Here’s how to do it:

• Use a website like “What is my IP?” Open your web browser and type “What is my IP” in the search bar.
• Check a dedicated app: Many apps on the Google Play Store or App Store can provide this information.