How to Find Your Router’s Internal LAN IP Address

This guide shows you how to locate your router’s internal LAN IP address—the private address you type into a browser to access the router’s admin panel. You’ll need a device already connected to your home network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet), and you’ll use either your operating system’s network settings or a command prompt. The process takes under a minute and works on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and ChromeOS.

What You’ll Need

• A computer, phone, or tablet connected to your router’s network
• For Windows or macOS: access to the command prompt or terminal (built-in)
• For phones/tablets: access to Wi-Fi settings (built-in)

Step-by-Step

On Windows 10/11

1. Press Windows Key + R, type cmd, and press Enter to open Command Prompt.
2. Type ipconfig and press Enter.
3. Look for the section labeled Ethernet adapter or Wireless LAN adapter Wi-Fi (depending on your connection).
4. Find the line that says Default Gateway. The number next to it (e.g., 192.168.1.1) is your router’s internal LAN IP.

On macOS

1. Click the Apple menu and go to System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions).
2. Select Network.
3. Choose your active connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) on the left.
4. Click Details (or Advanced) next to the connection.
5. Click the TCP/IP tab. The Router address is your router’s LAN IP.

On Android

1. Open Settings and go to Wi-Fi (or Network & Internet).
2. Tap the network you’re connected to (you may need to tap a gear icon or long-press the network name).
3. Look for Gateway, Router, or Default gateway. That’s the IP you need.

On iPhone/iPad

1. Open Settings and tap Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the blue i icon next to the network you’re connected to.
3. Find the Router field—that’s your router’s LAN IP.

On ChromeOS (Chromebook)

1. Click the time in the bottom-right, then click the Wi-Fi icon.
2. Click the network name, then click the gear icon for network settings.
3. Look for Gateway under the connection details.

Alternative: Use a Browser on Any Device

1. If the above steps don’t work, try common default router IPs: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.0.1, or 10.0.0.1.
2. Type one into your browser’s address bar and press Enter. If you see a login page, that’s your router.

Common Mistakes

• Confusing the router IP with your device’s IP: Your device’s IP is a different address (often 192.168.x.y) and won’t open the router admin page.
• Looking at the wrong adapter: If you’re on Wi-Fi, check the Wireless adapter section, not Ethernet, and vice versa.
• Using the public IP: The IP you see on sites like “what’s my IP” is your public address, not the internal LAN IP.
• Typing the IP into a search engine: Enter it directly into the address bar, not the search box.

Tips

• Write the router IP down—you’ll need it for port forwarding, changing Wi-Fi passwords, or setting up parental controls.
• If you can’t find it, check the sticker on the router itself; many have the default IP printed there.
• On Windows, you can also use ipconfig /all for more detailed info, but the Default Gateway line is sufficient.
• If your router uses a mesh system (like Google Nest or Eero), the IP might be a default like 192.168.86.1 or 192.168.4.1, but the steps above still work.

Troubleshooting

No Default Gateway shows up: This usually means your device isn’t getting an IP from the router. Restart your device and router, then try again. If you’re using a VPN, disconnect it temporarily—VPNs can hide the gateway.

You see multiple Default Gateways: On a laptop with both Ethernet and Wi-Fi active, you might see two. Use the one that matches your active connection (the one with a valid IP, not 169.254.x.x).

The IP doesn’t open the router login page: Try adding http:// before the IP (e.g., http://192.168.1.1). If that fails, your router might use a different port (rare) or a custom IP. Check the router’s manual or reset it to factory defaults (which restores the default IP).

You’re on a guest network: Guest networks sometimes block access to the router admin page. Connect to your main network instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the router’s LAN IP the same as the public IP?

No. The LAN IP is private (like 192.168.1.1) and only works inside your home. The public IP is assigned by your ISP and is what the internet sees.

Can I change my router’s LAN IP?

Yes, most routers allow you to change the LAN IP in the admin panel, usually under Network or LAN settings. But if you change it, you’ll need to use the new IP to access the router.

Why does my router have two IPs (e.g., 192.168.1.1 and 10.0.0.1)?

Some routers have a separate management IP for a guest network or a second LAN segment. The one you see as the Default Gateway is the one you use for admin access.

What if I’m using a modem/router combo from my ISP?

The same steps apply. The combo device has a LAN IP, often 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. If you have a separate router behind it, you may need to access the modem first and then the router’s IP.

Can I find the router IP from my phone without Wi-Fi?

No, you need to be connected to the network. But you can use mobile data to look up the default IP for your router model online, then connect to Wi-Fi and try it.

Is the router IP always 192.168.1.1?

No, while it’s very common, many routers use 192.168.0.1, 10.0.0.1, or other addresses. The methods above will show you the exact one for your network.

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