How to Find the IP Address of your Smartphone

 Finding the IP address of your smartphone can be done easily by following these steps. The process is slightly different depending on whether you are using an Android or iOS device.

For Android Devices:

1. Open Settings:

   • Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel.
   • Tap on the gear icon to open the Settings menu.

2. Go to Network & Internet:

   • Tap on "Network & Internet" or "Connections," depending on your device.

3. Select Wi-Fi:

   • Ensure you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
   • Tap on "Wi-Fi."

4. View Wi-Fi Details:

   • Tap on the name of the Wi-Fi network you are connected to.
   • Look for the "IP Address" entry. This will show your internal (local) IP address.

To find your external (public) IP address:

• Open a web browser on your phone.
• Go to a website like whatismyip.com or simply search "What is my IP" on Google. The website will display your public IP address.

For iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad):

1. Open Settings:

   • Tap on the "Settings" app.

2. Go to Wi-Fi:

   • Tap on "Wi-Fi."

3. View Wi-Fi Details:

   • Ensure you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
   • Tap on the "i" icon next to the name of the Wi-Fi network you are connected to.
   • Your IP address will be listed under "IPV4 Address."

To find your external (public) IP address:

• Open a web browser on your phone.
• Go to a website like whatismyip.com or search "What is my IP" on Google. The website will display your public IP address.

Summary:

• Internal IP Address: Found in the Wi-Fi settings of your device.
• External IP Address: Found using a web service like whatismyip.com.

By following these steps, you can easily find both the internal and external IP addresses of your smartphone.