What is IP Geolocation?
IP Geolocation is the process of determining the geographic location of an IP address. Using databases that map IP ranges to physical locations, we can estimate where an IP address is located, who owns it, and what organization operates it.
What Information Can You Find?
- Geographic Location – Country, region/state, city, and approximate coordinates
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) – The company providing internet access
- Organization – The entity that owns or operates the IP address
- AS Number – The Autonomous System number for network routing
- Timezone – The local timezone for that location
Common Uses for IP Geolocation
- Security Analysis – Identify suspicious login attempts from unusual locations
- Fraud Prevention – Detect mismatched billing and IP locations
- Content Localization – Serve region-appropriate content to visitors
- Analytics – Understand where your website traffic originates
- Compliance – Enforce geographic restrictions on content or services
Accuracy Note
IP geolocation is typically accurate to the country and region level. City-level accuracy varies and may be less precise, especially for mobile networks, VPNs, and corporate networks. Coordinates shown are approximate and represent the general area, not an exact physical address.