What Is an IP Address?
An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical label assigned to every device that connects to a network. It serves two primary functions: identifying your device on the network and providing your location in the network topology. Every website you visit receives your IP address as part of the connection.
Your IP address can determine your approximate geographic location (city-level accuracy), identify your ISP, and link all your internet activity to your real identity. Advertisers, analytics services, and government agencies routinely use IP addresses for tracking.
Public vs. Private IP Addresses
Your router has a public IP address visible to the internet, while devices on your home network use private IP addresses (typically 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x). When you connect to a VPN, your public IP is replaced with the VPN server's IP.
Hiding Your IP with VPNWG
VPNWG masks your real IP address with one from its server network across multiple countries. Combined with DNS leak prevention and WebRTC leak protection, VPNWG ensures your real IP is never exposed. Check your current IP address or learn about hiding your IP.