IP Address Converter
Convert between IPv4, IPv6, decimal, binary, hexadecimal and CIDR formats
Tip: Enter any IP format and we'll automatically detect and convert to all other formats.
IPv4 Formats
IPv6 Formats
Network Information
Understanding IP Address Formats
IPv4 Addresses
- 32-bit address (4 bytes)
- Dotted decimal notation (192.168.1.1)
- Decimal range: 0 to 4,294,967,295
- Binary: 11000000.10101000.00000001.00000001
- Hex: C0.A8.01.01
IPv6 Addresses
- 128-bit address (16 bytes)
- Hex notation (2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334)
- Compressed form omits leading zeros
- Binary: 32 hex digits = 128 bits
- Decimal: Extremely large numbers
"IPv6 adoption reached 35% globally in 2023, making conversion tools between IPv4 and IPv6 increasingly important for network professionals."
Common IP Conversion Use Cases
Network Configuration
When setting up firewalls or ACLs, you often need to convert between subnet masks (255.255.255.0) and CIDR notation (/24). Our tool automatically calculates all network parameters when you enter an IP with CIDR (e.g., 192.168.1.0/24).
Programming
Developers frequently need to convert IP addresses between string formats and numeric values for storage or calculations. The decimal (3232235777) and hexadecimal (C0A80101) formats are particularly useful for database storage and bitwise operations.
Troubleshooting
When analyzing network packets or logs, you may encounter IPs in different formats. Quickly convert between binary, hex, and decimal representations to identify patterns or diagnose connectivity issues.
Pro Tip: For network ranges, use CIDR notation (192.168.1.0/24) to automatically calculate all network parameters including broadcast address and usable host range.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert an IPv4 address to IPv6?
Our tool automatically converts IPv4 to IPv6 using the IPv4-mapped IPv6 address format (::ffff:192.168.1.1). Note that true IPv6 conversion often requires network reconfiguration as the protocols are fundamentally different.
What does "Calculate Network Info" do?
This feature activates only when you enter an IP with CIDR notation (e.g., 192.168.1.0/24). It automatically calculates: network address, broadcast, subnet mask, and usable IP range — essential for network configuration.
What's the difference between network and broadcast addresses?
The network address identifies the subnet itself (all host bits 0), while the broadcast address is used to send data to all devices on the subnet (all host bits 1). Our calculator shows both when you provide a CIDR notation address.
Why would I need the binary representation of an IP?
Binary format is essential for subnet calculations, ACL configurations, and understanding how network masks work. It shows exactly which bits represent the network portion and which represent hosts.
How accurate is the decimal IP conversion?
Our decimal conversion is mathematically precise, treating the IPv4 address as a 32-bit unsigned integer. This is the same representation used in many databases and programming languages when storing IPs as numbers.
Can I convert an IP range or just single addresses?
You can enter CIDR notation (e.g., 192.168.1.0/24) to convert entire network ranges. The tool will calculate all network parameters including usable host range, broadcast address, and total number of hosts.