How to Find Your Router IP Address

Your router's IP address, also known as the default gateway, is the address you need to access its settings. Here's how to find it on different devices:

Finding Your Router IP on Windows

Follow these steps to find your router's IP address using Command Prompt:

Step 1: Open Command Prompt

Press the Windows key, type "cmd", and select "Command Prompt".

Step 2: Run the 'ipconfig' command

In the Command Prompt window, type ipconfig and press Enter.

Step 3: Locate the Default Gateway

Look for the line that says "Default Gateway". The series of numbers next to it is your router's IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.1).

Finding Your Router IP on macOS

Here’s how to find your router's IP address on a Mac:

Step 1: Open System Preferences

Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner and select "System Preferences".

Step 2: Go to Network Settings

Click on the "Network" icon.

Step 3: Select Your Connection

Select your active network connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and click "Advanced...".

Step 4: Find the Router IP

Go to the "TCP/IP" tab. The number listed next to "Router:" is your router's IP address.

Finding Your Router IP on iOS (iPhone/iPad)

Use these steps to find your router's IP address on an iOS device:

Step 1: Open Settings

Tap on the "Settings" app icon.

Step 2: Go to Wi-Fi

Tap on "Wi-Fi".

Step 3: Tap on Your Network

Tap the "i" icon (information) next to your connected Wi-Fi network.

Step 4: Locate the Router IP

Scroll down to find the "Router" section. The IP address listed there is your router's IP.

Finding Your Router IP on Android

The method might vary slightly depending on your Android version and device manufacturer, but here's a common approach:

Step 1: Open Settings

Open the "Settings" app on your Android device.

Step 2: Go to Wi-Fi

Tap on "Wi-Fi" or "Wireless & networks" then "Wi-Fi".

Step 3: Tap on Your Network

Tap and hold on your connected Wi-Fi network and select "Modify network" or "Manage network settings". You might need to tap on "Advanced options" to see more details.

Step 4: Find the Router IP

Look for the "Gateway" or "Router" address. This is your router's IP address.

Tip: Common Router IP Addresses

Some of the most common router IP addresses are 192.168.1.1, 192.168.0.1, and 10.0.0.1. If you're still having trouble finding it, try one of these in your browser's address bar.

Once you have your router's IP address, you can use it to access your router's login page and manage its settings. For help with that, check out our Router Login Guide.