Hostname to IP

What is a Hostname to IP Converter

A Hostname to IP (Host to IP) Converter is a simple utility that takes a domain or hostname and resolves it to its associated IP address using DNS lookup. Every domain name is mapped to an IP that computers use to identify each other over the internet. This tool performs that translation for you in real time.

How to Use the Host to IP Tool

Follow these simple steps to convert a hostname into its corresponding IP address:

• Enter Hostname: In the input field, type the domain name you want to resolve (e.g., lambdatest.com).
• Click "IP to Hostname": Even though the button says “IP to Hostname,” this may be a label error, for hostname to IP lookup, this button triggers the DNS resolution to fetch the corresponding IP address.
• Clear Input: To start over or remove the entered data, use the “Clear” button.
• Copy Result: Once the IP is generated, use the clipboard icon beside the input box to copy the result easily.

Note: Make sure you enter a valid domain name without any prefixes like “http://” or “https://” and without a suffix like “/”

Why Use Hostname Lookup or Host Lookup

• To check DNS resolution and server connectivity
• For developers and testers running network diagnostics
• As part of the IP resolver tools in your toolkit
• To verify if a domain is properly configured
• Useful in scripting, automation, and monitoring tasks

IP Address Types and Versions

• IPv4: A 32-bit numerical address (e.g., 192.168.0.1) that supports around 4.3 billion unique addresses. It’s the most widely used version today.
• IPv6: A 128-bit address (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3::7334) offering a vastly larger address space, created to overcome IPv4 limitations.
• Public IP: Provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and used to identify your device on the internet.
• Private IP: Used within local or internal networks (e.g., 192.168.x.x). These addresses aren’t accessible from the public internet.
• Static IP: A fixed IP address manually assigned to a device. Ideal for hosting servers or remote access.
• Dynamic IP: Automatically assigned by a DHCP server and may change over time. Commonly used in home networks.
• Dedicated IP: An IP address assigned to a single user, website, or service—often used for SSL certificates or email servers.
• Shared IP: A single IP address shared among multiple users or domains, commonly found in shared hosting services.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does this hostname to IP tool do?

It performs a DNS-based hostname lookup to retrieve the IP address mapped to a hostname.

How is this different from a WHOIS lookup?

WHOIS shows domain registration details, while host to IP conversion shows real-time DNS resolution.

Can I use this for both IPv4 and IPv6?

Yes, our IP resolver supports both protocols, depending on the DNS records available.

Is the tool safe and private?

Absolutely. No data is saved or tracked. It’s a browser-based tool with zero data retention.

Can I use it for multiple hosts?

For now, enter one hostname at a time, but batch functionality can be added in future updates.

How can I convert an IP address to a hostname?

You can quickly convert an IP address to its hostname using our IP to Hostname converter tool.