IP Address Validator

Quickly check if an IP address is valid and get details about its format. Our tool validates both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses and tells you if they are public, private, or reserved.

Validate an IP How it works

IP Validator

How to Validate an IP Address

  1. Enter the IP Address — Type or paste the IP address (either IPv4 or IPv6) you want to check into the input field.
  2. Click "Validate" — The tool will process your input and check it against standard IP address formats.
  3. Review the Details — The result will appear, telling you if the IP is valid. If it is, you'll also see details like its version (IPv4/IPv6) and type (Public/Private).

Why Validate an IP Address?

Form & Data Validation

Developers can ensure that user-submitted IP addresses in forms or databases are correctly formatted.

Network Troubleshooting

Quickly confirm that an IP address you are working with for firewall rules, DNS, or other configurations is syntactically correct.

Security Analysis

Distinguish between public and private IP addresses when analyzing logs or network traffic.

Educational Purposes

A simple way for students and IT beginners to learn about the structure of IPv4 and IPv6 addresses.

Frequently Asked Questions

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