How to Find Your IP Address on iPhone

Tutorial📅 Published: April 2025⏱️ 4 min read

Whether you're troubleshooting a network issue or checking your VPN, here's how to quickly find your IP address on any iPhone or iPad.

The Easiest Way: Visit CheckWhatIsMyIP

Open Safari on your iPhone and go to CheckWhatIsMyIP.com. Your public IP address, location, and ISP will be displayed instantly. Works on all iPhones — no app needed.

Method 1: Find Your Private IP via Settings

Your private (WiFi) IP address is found in Settings:

Open Settings
Tap Wi-Fi
Tap the ℹ️ (info button) next to your connected network
Scroll to the IPv4 Address section
Your IP address is listed (e.g., 192.168.1.5)

This is your local/private IP — it's only visible within your WiFi network. Websites and online services cannot see this address.

Method 2: Find Your Public IP

Your public IP is what websites see. To find it:

Open Safari
Go to checkwhatismyip.com
Your public IP is displayed at the top of the page along with your location and ISP

Alternatively, you can search "what is my ip" in Google — it shows your public IP right in the search results.

WiFi IP vs. Cellular IP

Your iPhone uses different IPs depending on your connection:

WiFi: Your router assigns a private IP. Your public IP comes from your home ISP.
Cellular: Your carrier (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) assigns an IP. This changes frequently and is often shared (CGNAT).

Toggle Airplane Mode on and off to get a new cellular IP. Switch between WiFi and cellular to get a completely different public IP.

How to Find Your iPhone's MAC Address

While not an IP, your MAC address is another network identifier:

Go to Settings → General → About
Look for Wi-Fi Address — that's your MAC address

Note: iOS uses private/randomized MAC addresses by default for privacy.

Check Your VPN on iPhone

If you're using a VPN on your iPhone, verify it's working by visiting our VPN Leak Test. If your real IP shows up alongside your VPN IP, you have a WebRTC leak.