What's My IP Address (with VPN)?

Method 1: Use a free IP-checking website

The fastest and most accurate way. While connected to a VPN:

1. Open any browser and visit whatismyip.com.
2. Note the IP address, ISP, and country — these should match the VPN server you picked.
3. For a deeper check, visit ipleak.net — it shows IP, DNS, WebRTC, and geolocation in one place.
4. Run dnsleaktest.com and click "Extended test" — the DNS servers should belong to your VPN, not your ISP.

Method 2: Find the IP in your VPN app

Every major VPN client displays the current IP on the main dashboard:

• NordVPN: Main screen shows "Connected to: [country]" with the IP below.
• ExpressVPN: Tap the connection info card to expand server, IP, and protocol.
• ProtonVPN: Main screen displays IP and server load.
• Surfshark: Tap the connection panel to view IP and location.

Method 3: Check via terminal / command prompt (advanced)

For power users who want a no-browser check.

• macOS / Linux: Open Terminal and run curl ifconfig.me or curl ipinfo.io
• Windows: Open Command Prompt and run curl ipinfo.io or nslookup myip.opendns.com resolver1.opendns.com
• Linux (alternate): dig +short myip.opendns.com @resolver1.opendns.com

What to do if your real IP is leaking

• WebRTC leak: Browsers can leak your real IP via WebRTC. Disable it in Chrome (extension: WebRTC Leak Prevent) or Firefox (about:config → media.peerconnection.enabled = false).
• DNS leak: Your ISP's DNS is resolving queries. Enable "DNS leak protection" in the VPN app, or set DNS to 1.1.1.1 or 8.8.8.8 manually.
• IPv6 leak: Some VPNs only tunnel IPv4. Disable IPv6 on your device or in the VPN app's settings.
• VPN disconnected: If the tunnel drops, traffic falls back to your ISP. Enable the kill switch in the VPN app.

Quick IP check workflow

1. Disconnect the VPN → note your real IP at whatismyip.com.
2. Connect the VPN to a known server (e.g. US-New York).
3. Re-check whatismyip.com — IP and country should have changed.
4. Run ipleak.net and dnsleaktest.com — both should show the VPN's servers, not your ISP.