Finding Your Printer's IP Address on Windows, Mac, and Network

How to find your printer's IP address

Your printer's IP address is a set of numbers that identifies it on your network — something like 192.168.1.100. You need it to troubleshoot connection problems, change printer settings from your computer, or set up printing on a new device. The fastest way to find it depends on your printer type and what operating system you use.

Most printers display their IP address on a settings page you can print directly from the printer itself. If that does not work, you can find it through your computer's network settings, your router's admin panel, or your printer's own app or web interface. Each method takes two to five minutes.

Key Takeaways

Print a network configuration page directly from your printer's control panel — this is the fastest method and works on nearly all network printers.
On Windows, open Settings, go to Devices, select your printer, and look for the IP address in the printer properties or status page.
On Mac, open System Preferences, select Printers & Scanners, click your printer, and the IP address appears in the printer information window.
If you cannot find it through your printer or computer, log into your router's admin panel and look for the printer in the connected devices list.
Write down the IP address once you find it — you will need it for network troubleshooting and remote printer configuration.

Print a configuration page directly from your printer

This is the simplest method and works on almost every network printer. Look for a menu button or settings icon on your printer's control panel — usually a gear icon or a button labeled Menu. Navigate to Network Settings, Network Configuration, or Information, then select Print Configuration Page or Print Network Settings.

The printer will output a page that lists its IP address, MAC address, gateway, and other network details. The IP address is usually labeled as "IP Address" or "IPv4 Address" and appears near the top of the page. If your printer does not have a touchscreen, use the arrow buttons and OK button to navigate the menu.

If you cannot find a network settings menu, check your printer's manual or the manufacturer's website for the exact menu path — it varies by brand and model.

Find the IP address on Windows

Open Settings and go to Devices, then Printers & Scanners. Find your printer in the list and click it. A details panel will open on the right side showing printer information.

Click "Printer properties" or "Open queue" at the top of the details panel. In the window that opens, look for a tab labeled "Ports" or "General." The IP address may appear here, often in the format of the port name — for example, "IP_192.168.1.100" indicates the printer is at 192.168.1.100.

If the IP address does not appear in printer properties, try right-clicking the printer name and selecting "Printer properties" from the context menu instead. Some printer manufacturers also include their own app in the Windows Store — searching for your printer brand (like "HP Smart" or "Canon Print") may give you a dedicated tool that displays the IP address more clearly.

Find the IP address on Mac

Open System Preferences and click Printers & Scanners. Select your printer from the list on the left. The printer information panel will open on the right, and the IP address appears under the printer name — it is labeled as "Location" or "IP Address" depending on your macOS version.

If the IP address does not show in the main panel, click the "Supply Levels" or "Details" button to expand more information. You may also see a web address like "http://192.168.1.100" — the numbers between the slashes are your IP address.

Alternatively, open a web browser and type "localhost:631" in the address bar. This opens CUPS, the Mac printing system. Click "Printers" at the top, find your printer, and click its name to see the IP address in the printer details page.

Check your router's connected devices list

If you cannot find the IP address through your printer or computer, your router keeps a record of every device connected to your network. Open a web browser and type your router's IP address into the address bar — this is usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1, but check your router's label or manual if those do not work.

You will be asked to log in with a username and password. These are often printed on the router itself or in the documentation that came with it. Common defaults are "admin" for both username and password, though many routers require you to set a custom password when first set up.

Once logged in, look for a section called "Connected Devices," "Device List," "DHCP Clients," or "Attached Devices." Find your printer in the list — it will be labeled with the printer's model name or brand. The IP address will be listed next to it. Write it down before you close the browser.

Use your printer's web interface

Many network printers have their own web page you can access from any computer on the network. If you already have a partial IP address or know your printer's hostname, you can try typing it directly into a web browser.

For example, if you know your printer is a Canon model, try typing "canon.local" or "canonprinter.local" into the address bar. HP printers often respond to "hpprinter.local" or the printer's model number followed by ".local". If that works, the printer's web page will load and display its full IP address at the top or in the settings section.

If you do not know the hostname, check your printer's manual or the manufacturer's support website for the default web address. Once you access the web interface, bookmark it or write down the full IP address for future reference.

What to do once you have the IP address

Once you find your printer's IP address, write it down and keep it somewhere you can find it later. You will need it if you ever need to troubleshoot network printing problems, change printer settings remotely, or set up printing on a new computer or mobile device.

You can type the IP address into a web browser to access your printer's settings page directly — this lets you change network settings, update firmware, or check ink and paper levels without walking to the printer. You can also use the IP address to manually add the printer to a new computer if the automatic discovery method does not work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my printer have two different IP addresses?

Some printers have both an IPv4 address (the standard format like 192.168.1.100) and an IPv6 address (a longer format with colons and letters). Both identify the same printer on your network. Use the IPv4 address unless you specifically need IPv6 — it is simpler and works with most devices and routers.

What if the IP address keeps changing?

Your router may be set to assign a new IP address to your printer each time it connects — this is called DHCP. If you need a stable address for remote access or troubleshooting, log into your router and set a static IP address for your printer, or enable DHCP reservation so the router always assigns the same address to that printer.

Can I find the IP address on my phone?

Yes. If your printer has a companion app (like HP Smart or Canon Print), open it and look for printer information or settings — the IP address usually appears there. Alternatively, print a configuration page from the printer itself and photograph it, or use your phone's web browser to type your router's IP address and check the connected devices list the same way you would on a computer.

Is it safe to share my printer's IP address?

Your printer's IP address is only useful to someone already on your home or office network. If someone outside your network has the address, they cannot reach it. However, do not share it publicly online, and if you are concerned about security, change your printer's default password through its web interface or settings menu.

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