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. Use the ipv6 address expander to expand an IPv6 address before calculating its binary form or comparing addresses at the bit level.
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IPv6 Address Types Reference
| Type | Prefix | Scope | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loopback | ::1/128 | Host | Local host only |
| Link-Local | fe80::/10 | Link | Same network segment |
| Unique Local | fc00::/7 | Global | Private networks (like RFC1918) |
| Documentation | 2001:db8::/32 | N/A | Examples and documentation |
| Multicast | ff00::/8 | Various | One-to-many communication |
| Global Unicast | 2000::/3 | Global | Internet routable |
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