What is IP Geolocation?
IP Geolocation is the process of determining the geographical location of a device based on its IP address. This technology is used for:
- Security & Fraud Detection: Identify suspicious login attempts from unusual locations, detect VPN/proxy usage
- Content Localization: Serve region-specific content, currency, and language
- Compliance: Enforce geo-restrictions for licensing (streaming, gambling)
- Analytics: Understand where your users come from for marketing
- Threat Intelligence: Track attack sources, identify malicious IP ranges
Note: IP geolocation is approximate. VPNs, proxies, and mobile networks can affect accuracy.
Quick:
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-IP Address
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City
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Region / State
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Country
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Postal Code
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Coordinates
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Timezone
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ISP / Organization
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ASN
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Common Use Cases
Fraud Detection
Detect account takeover attempts
Localization
Show local content & currency
Analytics
Understand user demographics
Access Control
Block high-risk regions