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Find Local and Public IP Address in Windows 10

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In Windows 10, there are several methods to find your own IP address. Photo: Getty Images
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Adrian Mühlroth

May 31, 2021, 9:08 am | Read time: 2 minutes

When solving Internet problems, it’s often necessary to know your own IP address. TECHBOOK explains where to find it on your Windows 10 computer.

Service personnel often need to know the IP address over the phone to assist those seeking help. There are two types of IP addresses: the public address and the local address. The public IP address is visible on the Internet and can be found relatively easily through sites such as WhatIsMyIP. The local IP address is limited to your home network and can be viewed through network settings. We show you how to quickly and easily find your local IP address on your Windows 10 computer. Three methods can help you:

Find IP Address in Windows 10

1. Method

  • Type cmd in the search bar on the taskbar and then click on the result Command Prompt
  • Now type ipconfig in the command line and press Enter
  • You will find your IP address in Windows 10 in the line IPv4 Address

2. Method

  • Right-click on the Windows logo on your Windows 10 computer to find your local IP address
  • Select the option Network Connections from the menu
  • Scroll down until you reach the entry View Network Properties and click on it
  • The IP addresses for each network controller will now be displayed. Scroll to the relevant LAN or WLAN connection to find your IPv4 address in Windows 10

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3. Method

  • Click on the Wi-Fi icon at the right edge of the lower bar
  • The option Properties will be displayed for the currently active Wi-Fi connection. Open it
  • Scroll down until you reach the Properties. The IP address can be found in the line IPv4 Address

This article is a machine translation of the original German version of TECHBOOK and has been reviewed for accuracy and quality by a native speaker. For feedback, please contact us at info@techbook.de.

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