How To Find Your IP Address in Windows 10

Learn how to find the IP address of your Windows 10 computer using these simple methods and steps.

When your PC connects to a network, it gets assigned an IP address that lets you communicate with the internet and other devices on the network. In simple terms, the IP address is what differentiates your connection from others on the network. Generally, most users never need to know the IP address for day-to-day usage. However, there will be times when you need to know your device’s IP address. For example, to allow other devices to connect to your PC, set up a network or media share, or configure custom settings in your router.

Thankfully, on Windows 10, you have multiple methods to find your IP address. In this quick and easy guide, I will show you three ways to find the IP address in Windows 10. Let’s get started.

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Before You Start

• Please make sure you are connected to a network.

Find the IP Address in Windows 10 Using Settings

The easiest way to find the IP address in Windows 10 is via the Network options page in the Settings app. Here is how.

1. Click the network icon on the taskbar.
2. Click the connected network.
3. Press the “Properties” link.
4. Scroll down to the “Properties” section.
5. You will see the IP address next to the “IPv4 address” heading.

Detailed Steps (With Screenshots)

First, click on the “Network” icon on the taskbar to open the network flyout menu. Here, click on the active network connection. In my case, I’m connected to the “Asura 5G” network. So, I clicked on it. Next, click the “Properties” link.

Note: You can also open page by going to the “Settings” > “Network & Internet” > “Status” page and then clicking the “Properties” button.

On the properties page, scroll down till you find the “Properties” section. You will see your current IP address right next to the “IPv4 address” heading. If you are connected to an IPv6 network, you will find its address next to the “IPv6 address” heading.

Optionally, you can copy the IP address by selecting it and pressing “Ctrl + C”.

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Find the IP Address in Windows 10 Using Command Prompt

You can use the ipconfig command to get the IP address in Windows 10. Here is how.

1. Open the Start menu by pressing the “Windows key”.
2. Search for “Command Prompt” and click “Open“.
3. Type “ipconfig /all” and press Enter.
4. Find the network adapter you are using.
5. The IP address will be next to the “IPv4 address” heading.
6. If needed, you can select the IP address and copy it by pressing “Ctrl + C”.

Find IP Address from Control Panel

You can use the Control Panel’s Network Adapter properties to find the IP address of your computer. Here is how.

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Search and open “Control Panel“.
3. Set the “View by” to “Large icons“.
4. Click on “Network and Sharing Center“.
5. Now, click on the network name next to “Connections” under the “View your active connections” section.
6. Click on the “Details” button.
7. You will find the IP address next to the “IPv4 address” heading.

Local and Public IP Addresses

Remember that you will see a local IP address as your computer IP address if you are connected to a router or mobile hotspot network. In case you don’t know, local IP addresses are not public-facing IP addresses. That means you cannot use them to connect to your computer over the internet. Any IP address that falls in the 10.0.0.0 – 10.255.255.255, 172.16.0.0 – 172.31.255.255, or 192.168.0.0 – 192.168.255.255 range are local IP addresses. For example, in all the screenshots I added, my IP address is in the 192.168.x.x range. It means that I’m using a local IP address.

If you want to know the actual public-facing IP address. i.e., the IP address given by your ISP (Internet Service Provider), either go this website or do a quick Google or Bing search for “What is my IP address”. Alternatively, you can also find it by contacting your ISP.

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That is all. It is that simple to find the IP address of your Windows 10 PC. If you have any questions or need help, comment below. I’ll be happy to assist.

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