How this page finds your country
When the page opens it shows the country of your internet connection, which is right for nearly everyone who is not using a VPN. Tap “Show my exact location” and allow access to confirm it: your device then reports its real position from GPS, Wi-Fi and cell towers, and the page shows the country, state and city of that spot.
Your connection's country and your real country
The two answers can differ, and the difference tells you something:
- You use a VPN or a proxy: websites see the country of the VPN server. If the first answer shows another country than your exact location, the VPN is working.
- You are roaming: many mobile networks route data through your home country, so abroad the connection can still look like it is at home.
- You are near a border: your phone may use a network from the neighboring country, which can bring roaming charges. Check the country of your exact location before you use mobile data.
- You are at sea or on a plane: ship and in-flight Wi-Fi often connect through a satellite provider in another country.
Why you might need to know your country
- Travel: after a long bus or train ride across several borders, or on a cruise, it is easy to lose track.
- Emergency numbers: 911 works in North America, 112 in the European Union and on mobile phones in many other countries, but some countries use their own numbers.
- Streaming and shopping: prices, catalogs and payment options depend on the country websites think you are in.
- Phone bills: knowing that you have crossed a border helps you avoid roaming charges.
Want the details as well? See what state am I in, what city am I in right now and what time zone am I in, or check what your IP address reveals.
Questions about your country
What country am I in right now?
It is shown at the top of this page as soon as it opens, based on your internet connection. Tap “Show my exact location” to confirm it from your device's real position.
Why does it show a different country?
The first answer comes from your connection. A VPN, a proxy, roaming or satellite Wi-Fi can make the connection appear to be in another country. Your exact location shows where you really are.
How can I check if my VPN is working?
Open this page with the VPN on. If the first answer shows the VPN's country while your exact location shows your real one, websites see the VPN's country.
Does this page need an app or an account?
No. It works in any browser on a phone, tablet or computer, and your location is not stored.