How do I know if my VPN changed my IP address?

Check this page before connecting, connect to the VPN, then refresh. If the public IP changes, browser traffic is likely going through the VPN route.

Does an IP change prove there is no DNS leak?

No. A changed IP is only one signal. Run the DNS leak checklist and review your operating system DNS settings too.

Why can my IP location differ from the VPN country?

IP geolocation databases can be outdated or disagree with each other. Use country as a helpful signal, not an exact physical location.

What is my IP?

Use this tool before and after connecting to an OpenVPN profile. If the public IP changes to the VPN server location, the tunnel is routing browser traffic.

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How to use this with a VPN

Open this page, note the IP, connect to a downloaded OpenVPN profile, then refresh. A changed IP is a basic signal that browser traffic is using the VPN route. It does not prove DNS privacy by itself, so run the DNS leak test too.

What this IP checker tells you

Your public IP address is the address websites see when your browser connects to them. When OpenVPN is disconnected, it usually belongs to your home, mobile, office or hosting network. When the VPN tunnel is working, the visible IP should change to the VPN server or to an address routed by that VPN provider.

This page is useful for quick VPN testing because it gives you a before-and-after check without installing another tool. It also shows browser language and platform signals, which can explain why some websites still personalize content even after your IP changes.

IP address checks, privacy and limits

An IP change is not the same as complete privacy. DNS requests, browser cookies, account logins, WebRTC behavior and device fingerprints can still identify you. For a fuller VPN check, refresh this page after connecting, run the DNS leak checklist, and validate the .ovpn file so you know which remote host, protocol and port are being used.

If the IP does not change after connecting, the OpenVPN route may be down, the profile may require credentials, the connection may have failed silently, or your browser may still be using a direct network path. Disconnect, choose another live server and test again.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my VPN changed my IP address?: Check this page before connecting, connect to the VPN, then refresh. If the public IP changes, browser traffic is likely going through the VPN route.
Does an IP change prove there is no DNS leak?: No. A changed IP is only one signal. Run the DNS leak checklist and review your operating system DNS settings too.
Why can my IP location differ from the VPN country?: IP geolocation databases can be outdated or disagree with each other. Use country as a helpful signal, not an exact physical location.