How to Find Your Router’s IP Address

Knowing your router’s IP address is essential if you want to log into its settings and manage your network—things like changing the Wi-Fi password, updating firmware, or setting up port forwarding. Here’s how to find it, no matter what device you’re using.

What Is a Router IP Address?

Your router’s IP address is the gateway between your device and the internet. It’s usually something like 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. When you type this into your browser, it opens the router’s login page.

How to Find It on Different Devices

Windows

1. Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
2. In the Command Prompt, type: ipconfig
3. Look for the Default Gateway under your network adapter. That’s your router’s IP.

macOS

1. Click the Apple logo > System Settings > Network.
2. Select your active network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
3. Click Details and look for Router—that’s the IP address.

iPhone / iPad (iOS)

1. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the “i” next to your connected network.
3. The Router field shows the IP address.

Android

1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi.
2. Tap your connected network.
3. Tap Advanced (may vary by phone).
4. Look for Gateway—that’s your router’s IP.

Bonus Tip: What If You Still Can’t Find It?

If you’re stuck, try one of these common default IPs in your browser:

• 192.168.1.1
• 192.168.0.1
• 10.0.0.1

Still no luck? Check the bottom of your router. The default IP is often printed there along with the login credentials.

Final Thoughts

Finding your router’s IP address is simple once you know where to look. Bookmark this guide or share it—most people run into this when they least expect it.

Need help logging in or resetting your router? That’s coming up in the next post.