Network & Privacy FAQ
Technical answers for web diagnostics and privacy checks
What is a Public IP address vs Private IP?
A public IP address is assigned by your ISP and is visible across the internet. Private IP addresses (e.g. 192.168.x.x) exist only within your local home or office network.
Can someone identify my physical street address from an IP?
No. Public IP geolocation provides regional or metropolitan level routing accuracy. Exact street addresses can only be unmasked through legal requests direct to an ISP.
How does WebRTC leak my real IP through a VPN?
WebRTC uses STUN/TURN servers to discover device network interfaces for media streaming. In some browsers, these requests can bypass an active VPN tunnel and reveal the true local interface address.
What is an ASN (Autonomous System Number)?
An ASN is a registered network operator ID responsible for defining how major internet service providers route packets to one another across the internet infrastructure.