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How to Find Your IP Address in Windows

Find the local IPv4 address assigned to a Windows computer.

Updated September 2, 2026Difficulty: EasyTime: 5 minApplies to: Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11

Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.

Open Command Prompt

Open Start, type Command Prompt, and select it.

Run ipconfig

Enter ipconfig and press Enter.

Command
ipconfig
Expected result

A list of network adapters appears.

Find the active adapter

Use the Wi-Fi or Ethernet section that has a Default Gateway. Read its IPv4 Address.

Distinguish local and public addresses

The displayed private address identifies the PC on the local network; it is usually not the public internet address.