How to find router IP address?

Your router’s IP address (technically known as the Default Gateway) is the bridge between your device and the internet.

  • Most Common Router IPs: 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1
  • Windows Shortcut: Open Command Prompt and type ipconfig. Look for “Default Gateway”.
  • Mac Shortcut: Hold the Option key and click the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar.

Before you begin, ensure you are looking for the correct address:

  • Router IP (Private IP/Gateway): Used to access settings, change passwords, and configure Wi-Fi. It usually starts with 192.168... or 10.0....
  • Public IP: The address websites see when you browse the internet. This cannot be used to log in to your router.

How to Find Router IP on Windows (10 & 11)

There are two ways to do this: the fast way (Command Line) and the visual way (Settings).

Method A: Using Command Prompt

This is the most accurate method preferred by network technicians.

  1. Press the Windows Key and type cmd.
  2. Press Enter to open the Command Prompt.
  3. Type the following command and hit Enter:ipconfig
  4. Scroll down to the section labelled Wireless LAN adapter Wi-Fi (or Ethernet adapter if plugged in).
  5. Find the line that says Default Gateway. The number next to it (e.g., 192.168.1.1) is your router’s IP address.

Method B: Using Windows Settings

  1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet.
  2. Click on Wi-Fi (or Ethernet).
  3. Click on Hardware properties.
  4. Look for the entry labelled IPv4 DNS servers or Default Gateway.

How to Find Router IP on macOS

Apple offers a hidden shortcut for power users and a standard method via System Settings.

Method A: The Option Key Trick

  1. Hold down the Option (⌥) key on your keyboard.
  2. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top menu bar.
  3. Detailed network information will appear. Look for the line labelled Router.

Method B: System Settings

  1. Click the Apple Menu > System Settings.
  2. Select Wi-Fi in the sidebar.
  3. Click the Details… button next to your connected network.
  4. Select TCP/IP from the side menu. Your IP is listed next to the Router.

How to Find Router IP on Mobile (iOS & Android)

iPhone & iPad (iOS)

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Wi-Fi.
  3. Tap the blue info icon (i) next to your connected network name.
  4. Scroll down to the “IPv4 Address” section. Your router address is labelled Router.

Android Devices

Note: Menus may vary slightly between Samsung, Pixel, and other brands.

  1. Open Settings > Network & Internet > Internet.
  2. Tap the gear icon next to your Wi-Fi network.
  3. Tap Advanced or Manage Network.
  4. Look for Gateway or Manage Router.

Common Router IPs by Brand

If you cannot access your device’s settings, you can try the factory-default IP addresses for your specific router brand.

Brand Most Common IP Address Alternative IP
TP-Link 192.168.0.1 192.168.1.1
Netgear 192.168.1.1 192.168.0.1
ASUS 192.168.1.1 192.168.50.1
Linksys 192.168.1.1 192.168.0.1
D-Link 192.168.0.1 10.0.0.1
Xfinity/Comcast 10.0.0.1 192.168.1.1
AT&T 192.168.1.254

Troubleshooting: Why is my IP weird?

Sometimes, you may find an IP address that doesn’t look like 192.168.x.x. Here is what that means:

  • If your IP is 169.254.x.x: This is an APIPA (Automatic Private IP Addressing) error. It means your device is physically connected to the router (or via Wi-Fi), but the router is unable to assign an IP address.
    • Fix: Restart your router and your computer.
  • If your IP is composed of letters and numbers (IPv6): You are looking at an IPv6 address (e.g., fe80::1…).
    • Fix: Look specifically for the IPv4 Default Gateway, which is formatted as four numbers separated by dots (e.g., 192.168.1.1).