About Loqmi
Loqmi is a free, independent web utility with a single clear purpose: to answer the question “What is my IP address?” instantly, accurately and honestly — and to explain, in plain language, what that answer actually means for your privacy.
What We Do
Every device connected to the internet presents a public IP address, yet most people have never seen theirs and few websites explain it without jargon or scare tactics. Loqmi shows you the public IPv4 and IPv6 addresses your connection presents, the internet service provider that assigned them, and an approximate, database-derived location on an interactive map. Around that core tool we publish an educational IP networking guide and an FAQ that answers the questions people genuinely ask — without hype.
Why We Built It
Most “what is my IP” pages fall into two camps: bare-bones scripts that show a number and nothing else, or aggressive marketing funnels designed to frighten you into buying a VPN. We wanted a third option — a tool that is fast and honest. When our map shows a location, we label it approximate, because IP geolocation is approximate. When a third-party service is involved in producing your result, we name it and link to its privacy policy.
Our Principles
- Privacy by default. The lookup endpoint does not retain IP addresses beyond standard hosting logs, the site sets no first-party cookies and it runs no analytics. Google AdSense advertising cookies are described in the Privacy Policy.
- Honesty over marketing. We explain the limits of the technology instead of exaggerating risks or capabilities.
- Education first. The guide and FAQ are written for ordinary users, not network engineers — but they are technically accurate.
- Speed and accessibility. One lightweight page, semantic HTML, keyboard-friendly controls and reduced-motion support.
How the Tool Works
When you open the homepage, your browser asks this site's same-origin /api/ip.php endpoint for the primary address. For geolocation it tries one of the following services, in order: ipapi.co, ipwho.is and FreeIPAPI. It also asks ipify.org for separate IPv4/IPv6 detection. The Site's server sees the request address to answer and does not retain it beyond standard hosting logs; the third-party services receive it as part of their own requests. The map is drawn with the open-source Leaflet library using OpenStreetMap tiles.
How We Write
Loqmi's articles are researched against primary sources such as RFCs, vendor documentation and regulator guidance. They turn those sources into clear, practical explanations without pretending that a tool result answers every networking question.
They are written with AI assistance and reviewed by the site's editor. When readers report an error via the contact page, we investigate it and correct the article when warranted.
Who Runs Loqmi
Loqmi is operated by an independent webmaster as a public utility. The site is funded by Google AdSense advertising, clearly separated from content — Loqmi does not sell personal data. Google may set advertising cookies and similar identifiers, as explained in the Privacy Policy.
Get in Touch
Spotted an inaccuracy in the guide, have a suggestion for the tool, or need to reach us about privacy? Visit our contact page — we read every message. You can also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.