What is IP Geolocation?
IP geolocation is the process of determining the geographic location of a device connected to the Internet based on its IP address.
Information We Provide
- Country & City: Physical location of the IP Physical location of the IP
- ISP: Internet Service Provider Internet Service Provider
- Organization: Company or entity using the IP Company or entity using the IP
- Timezone: Local timezone of the location Local timezone of the location
- Coordinates: Latitude and longitude Latitude and longitude
- AS Number: Autonomous System information Autonomous System information
IP Geolocation determines physical location from an IP address including country, city, coordinates, timezone, ISP, and organization.
Key Facts
- 95-99% accurate at country level, 80-90% at city level
- MaxMind and IP2Location are largest providers
- Databases updated daily to weekly
- Mobile IPs may show different city
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is IP geolocation?
95-99% country level, 80-90% city level, 25-50km coordinate accuracy. Varies by region.
Can it show my exact address?
No. Shows ISP network hub location, not physical address. Only ISPs can map IP to address with a warrant.
Why wrong location?
VPN/proxy, ISP routing through distant hubs, mobile networks, outdated databases, or satellite connections.
What is it used for?
Content localization, fraud prevention, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, advertising, CDN optimization.