How to find your Wi-Fi router's IP address: all the methods for your PC, phone, and router

Are you trying to access your router settings but don't know what address to enter in your browser? Or do you need to check if your gateway IP has changed after a factory reset? This article will cover all of these. all working methodsHow to find a Wi-Fi router's IP address—from standard operating system methods to advanced commands for experienced users.

IP address of the router (aka default gateway) is the "digital passport" of your local network. Without it, you can't access the device's web interface, change the Wi-Fi password, update the firmware, or set up port forwarding. The address may vary depending on the router model.TP-Link, ASUS, Keenetic), provider (Rostelecom, Beeline, MTS) or even firmware versions. We've compiled the latest methods for Windows 10/11, macOS, Android, iOS And Linux, and also explained what to do if the address unexpectedly changed.

⚠️ Important: If you are connected to the network via PPPoE (like most Russian providers), the local IP of the router and the “external” IP from the provider is different thingsThis article only covers internal address (usually 192.168.x.x or 10.0.x.x), which is needed to enter the control panel.

1. Standard IP addresses of routers by default

Most manufacturers use fixed IP addresses to access the web interface. If you haven't changed your network settings manually, try these options:

• 🔹 192.168.0.1 — D-Link, TP-Link (old models), Tenda, some Zyxel
• 🔹 192.168.1.1 — ASUS, Netis, Mercusys, Huawei, new TP-Link
• 🔹 192.168.8.1 — TP-Link (models after 2020), Xiaomi (routers Mi Router)
• 🔹 192.168.100.1 — Keenetic (in router mode), some Eltex
• 🔹 10.0.0.1 — Apple AirPort, some models Linksys

To check if the address is valid, simply enter it into your browser's address bar (e.g. http://192.168.1.1). If a login window appears (with login/password fields), the address is correct. If the page doesn't open, try the next option from the list.

💡 Clue: The address is often located on a sticker on the bottom or back of the router, next to the login information (username/password). Look for lines like Default IP, Router IP or Gateway.

2. How to find a router's IP address on Windows 10 and 11

If the default addresses don't work or you've changed your network settings, use Windows' built-in tools. The fastest way is via command line:

1. Click Win + R, enter cmd and press Enter.
2. Enter the command:

   ipconfig

3. Find the block Wireless Wi-Fi network (if connected via Wi-Fi) or Ethernet (if via cable).
4. Line Main gateway (Default Gateway) - this is the IP of your router.

📌 Output example:

Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Adapter:
Connection status: Connected
IPv4 address. . . . . . . . . . . : 192.168.1.100
Subnet mask. . . . . . . . . : 255.255.255.0
   Default gateway. . . . . . . . : 192.168.1.1

⚠️ Attention: If the command output ipconfig there is no line Main gateway, Means:

• 🔌 You are not connected to the router (check your Wi-Fi or cable).
• 🔄 It's disabled on the router DHCP server (you will have to assign IP manually).
• 🛠️ The network is configured in mode bridge (for example, if the router works as a repeater).

Connect to Wi-Fi or Ethernet|Open Command Prompt|Type ipconfig|Find the line "Default Gateway"-->

🖥️ Alternative method via graphical interface:

1. Open Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi (or Ethernet).
2. Click on the name of your network.
3. Scroll down to the block Properties.
4. Find the line IPv4 gateway.

3. Finding a Router's IP on a Mac (macOS)

On computers Apple You can find out the router's IP address through system settings or TerminalThe first method is easier:

1. Open System Preferences → Network.
2. Select your active connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) from the left menu.
3. Click the button Additionally... in the lower right corner.
4. Go to the tab TCP/IP.
5. Line Router — this is the IP of your router.

Suitable for command line lovers Terminal:

netstat -nr | grep default

In the output, look for a line with default — the next column will contain the gateway IP address.

⚠️ Attention: If you use VPNThe network settings may show the virtual gateway IP address, not the router's. Disable the VPN before checking.

4. How to find a router's IP address on an Android smartphone

On phones with Android The path to the router IP depends on the OS and shell version (MIUI, One UI, ColorOS etc.). Universal method - through Wi-Fi settings:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on your network name (or the ⚙️ icon next to it).
3. Scroll down to the block Additionally or Net.
4. Find the line Gateway, Router or Router IP address.

📱 Examples for popular brands:

• 📱 Xiaomi (MIUI): Settings → Wi-Fi → Current network → Advanced → Gateway
• 📱 Samsung (One UI): Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi → ⚙️ → Manage network → Show advanced settings → Gateway
• 📱 Huawei (EMUI): Settings → Wi-Fi → Current Network → DHCP → Gateway

🔧 Method for experienced users: Install the application WiFi Analyzer or Fing - they show the router's IP in the section LAN or Devices.

5. Finding a router's IP address on an iPhone or iPad

On devices Apple With iOS or iPadOS The path to the network settings is a bit hidden, but you can find the router's IP in 30 seconds:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the blue icon i next to the name of your network.
3. Scroll down to the block IPv4 address.
4. Line Router — this is the address of your router.

🍎 What to do if the "Router" line is empty?

• 🔄 Reconnect to Wi-Fi (forget the network and reconnect).
• ⚡ Check if it is enabled DHCP on the router (if not, assign IP manually).
• 📡 Make sure your iPhone is connected to the router and not to a repeater or Mesh system.

⚠️ Attention: If you use Private Wi-Fi Address (private MAC address) in iOS settings, the router may assign a different IP pool to the device. Disable this feature temporarily if the gateway isn't displayed.

6. Advanced methods: via command line and router logs

If the standard methods don't work, try these alternative methods:

ip route | grep default

Get-NetRoute -DestinationPrefix "0.0.0.0/0" | Select NextHop

netstat -rn | grep UG

🔍 If the router does not respond to ping:

• 🛡️ Check if it's blocking firewall or antivirus ICMP requests.
• 🔌 Make sure the cable is connected to the port LAN, and not WAN.
• 🔄 Reboot your router (sometimes the DHCP server freezes).

7. Common mistakes and how to avoid them

If after entering the router's IP address in the browser a search engine (for example, Yandex or Google) opens, it means you entered the address in the search bar, not in the address bar. Please note: the correct input looks like this: http://192.168.1.1, and not as a request "192.168.1.1".

🚫 Common problems and solutions:

• 🔒 The page does not open: Check if the router is turned on and the power indicator is on. Try a different browser (for example, Firefox or Edge).
• 🔄 IP changed after reset: Most routers will reset to factory IP (see Section 1).
• 🛡️ Blocked by antivirus: Temporarily disable Kaspersky, ESET or Avast and try again.
• 🌐 Redirect to a strange site: This is a sign DNS spoofing or hacking the router. Reset the settings to factory defaults (Reset button).

⚠️ Attention: If you see an IP address like this in your network settings 100.64.x.x or 192.0.2.x, this may mean that:

• The provider uses CGNAT (double NAT), and access to the router is limited.
• The router is operating in the mode bridge (bridge), and its IP matches the address of the main device.

8. How to change the router's IP address (if necessary)

If the router's default IP conflicts with other devices on the network or you want to hide it, you can change the address. Instructions for most routers:

1. Log in to the router's web interface (using your current IP).
2. Go to the section LAN, Net or Local area network.
3. Find the field IP address or LAN IP.
4. Enter a new address (eg. 192.168.10.1).
5. Save the settings and reboot the router.

⚠️ Important: After changing the router IP:

• All devices on the network will automatically receive new addresses (if DHCP is enabled).
• You will have to connect to a new IP (the old one will stop working).
• Some applications (for example, for IP cameras or NAS) may require reconfiguration.

🔧 Recommendations for choosing a new IP:

• 📌 Use private ranges: 192.168.x.x, 10.x.x.x or 172.16.x.x.
• 🚫 Avoid addresses ending in .0 or .255 (they are reserved).
• 🔢 Don't use an IP that is already taken by another device (check via ping).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Router IP Addresses