Is HackMyIP free to use?

Yes, HackMyIP is listed as a free public API. Visit the official documentation for current rate limits and usage policies.

Does HackMyIP require an API key?

No, HackMyIP works without any authentication — you can call it directly.

Can I call HackMyIP directly from the browser?

Yes, HackMyIP supports CORS, so client-side calls work without a proxy.

HackMyIP — Free Public API

Overview

HackMyIP provides IP details — geolocation, network, and security info (VPN/proxy detection) — as JSON, keyless.

⚠️ Status (verified 2026-08): api.hackmyip.com was unreachable from our network (connection failures). Verify from your network before relying on it.

What it provides

curl "https://api.hackmyip.com/ip/8.8.8.8"

{
  "ip": "8.8.8.8",
  "country": "United States",
  "asn": "AS15169",
  "proxy": false,
  "vpn": false
}

Notes

The site (hackmyip.com) also has a browser tool with a shareable report link.
The API covers IP, geo, ASN, and security flags.

FAQ

Is HackMyIP free? Yes — free and keyless.

Why can’t I reach it? Our 2026-08 check hit connection failures — verify from your network.

What does it return? IP geolocation, ASN, and VPN/proxy flags.

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