$ipv6-type --address fe80::1

IPv6 Address Type Identifier

Enter any IPv6 address to instantly identify its type, scope, and key characteristics — whether it is global unicast, link-local, multicast, unique local, or a special-purpose address. Get a detailed breakdown of the address structure including prefix identification and scope classification for network troubleshooting and audit.

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Address Information

Type:-
Scope:-
Prefix:-
Routable:-

IPv6 Address Types Reference

TypePrefixScopeDescription
Loopback::1/128HostLocal host only
Link-Localfe80::/10LinkSame network segment
Unique Localfc00::/7GlobalPrivate networks (like RFC1918)
Documentation2001:db8::/32N/AExamples and documentation
Multicastff00::/8VariousOne-to-many communication
Global Unicast2000::/3GlobalInternet routable

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