What is an IP Address?
An IP address, or Internet Protocol address, is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a network. It functions similarly to a street address, providing a specific location so that internet data packets can be sent and received accurately.
For instance, when you enter a website URL like example.com, your device doesn’t understand the name directly—it uses a service called DNS to translate that name into an IP address like 104.75.87.1. Your device then uses this IP address to locate the website’s server on the internet, enabling you to access the website.
What's the difference between IPv4 and
IPv6
IPv4 is the fourth version of the Internet Protocol. It uses a 32-bit address format which looks like a series of four numbers separated by periods (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
Because of its limited size (about 4.3 billion addresses), the world has largely run out of new IPv4 addresses, making it difficult to connect new devices.
IPv6 is the latest version of the Internet Protocol, created to replace IPv4 and solve the address shortage problem once and for all.
It uses a 128-bit address format with letters and numbers (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334), allowing for an almost infinite number of unique addresses.
Public vs Private IP Address
A public IP address is assigned to your network by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). It is the address that the outside world uses to communicate with your network.
A private IP address is assigned by your router to each device within your local network (like your phone, laptop, and smart TV). These devices use private IPs to communicate with each other, but they are invisible to the outside internet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read on to find answers to frequently asked questions about Secure Tab
Yes, Secure Tab protects your connection with AES-256 encryption and a strict no-logs policy, so your browsing activity stays private and secure.
Yes, Secure Tab masks your real IP address with a VPN server IP, making it harder for websites and trackers to identify your location.
Yes, Secure Tab encrypts your traffic on public Wi-Fi, protecting you from common risks like data snooping on unsecured networks.
Yes, your connection is encrypted and your IP is hidden, which reduces tracking by websites, advertisers, and your ISP.
No VPN can guarantee 100% anonymity, but Secure Tab significantly reduces tracking and keeps your data encrypted.