IP address

An IP address is a number used to identify devices and communication destinations on a network. In the Internet, IP addresses are used for accessing websites and sending and receiving data.

IP addresses come in two types: IPv4 and IPv6. When connecting to the Internet, depending on the communication environment, global IP addresses are used. The IP address that can be verified from a website may include information about the user’s connection source and network.

When connecting to a VPN, the website usually displays the IP address of the VPN server rather than the user's own connection IP address. However, an IP address alone does not necessarily identify an individual's identity or exact location.