When you need your IP
Whitelisting your connection on a server or CCTV system, setting up port forwarding, checking whether your VPN is actually working (the IP should change), debugging “too many requests” blocks, or telling your ISP’s support desk which address you’re calling about.
Frequently asked questions
What is a public IP address?
The address the internet sees for your connection — assigned by your ISP (Worldlink, NTC, Ncell, Vianet…) to your router. Every device on your home Wi-Fi shares this same public IP; each device also has a private IP (like 192.168.1.x) inside the network.
Why does my IP change?
Most home and mobile connections use dynamic IPs that change when your router reconnects or the ISP rotates addresses. Businesses can pay for a static IP that stays fixed.
Can someone find my exact location from my IP?
Not your home address. An IP maps roughly to your ISP and city area — often inaccurately. Only your ISP can link an IP to a subscriber, normally requiring legal process.
Why do IPv4 and IPv6 both show?
Networks are migrating from IPv4 (like 27.34.x.x) to the newer IPv6 (long hex addresses). If your ISP supports both, this page shows each; if only one appears, your connection uses just that protocol.
How does this page detect my IP?
Your browser asks the free ipify service, which simply echoes back the address your request came from. Tools Pasal never sees or stores it.