IP Address Calculator

Calculate subnets, host ranges, masks, broadcasts, and wildcards. Convert addresses into binary and CIDR quickly. Get precise network details for planning, auditing, and troubleshooting.

Calculator Inputs

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter a valid IPv4 address in dotted decimal format.
  2. Provide a CIDR prefix, or enter a subnet mask.
  3. Click the calculate button to generate network details.
  4. Review network, broadcast, host range, and binary outputs.
  5. Use CSV or PDF options to save the results.

Formula Used

Network Address = IP Address AND Subnet Mask

Broadcast Address = Network Address OR Wildcard Mask

Wildcard Mask = 255.255.255.255 minus Subnet Mask

Total Addresses = 2(32 − CIDR)

Usable Hosts = 2(32 − CIDR) − 2 for most subnets

For /31 networks, both addresses are usable. For /32, one host exists.

Example Data Table

Input IP CIDR Network Broadcast Usable Hosts
192.168.10.25 /24 192.168.10.0 192.168.10.255 254
10.20.5.14 /16 10.20.0.0 10.20.255.255 65,534
172.16.8.130 /26 172.16.8.128 172.16.8.191 62

Why This Calculator Helps

This tool supports subnet planning, VLAN allocation, access control reviews, training exercises, inventory validation, and quick troubleshooting across routed or segmented environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does an IP address calculator do?

It converts an IPv4 address and subnet size into network values. You can instantly see the network address, broadcast address, host range, mask, wildcard mask, and other planning details.

2. Can I enter a subnet mask instead of CIDR?

Yes. If you enter a valid subnet mask, the calculator converts it into the matching CIDR prefix automatically. That helps when you work with traditional masks in documentation.

3. Why are /31 and /32 results different?

These prefixes behave differently from standard host networks. A /31 is often used on point-to-point links, while a /32 represents one exact host address.

4. What is a wildcard mask?

A wildcard mask is the inverse of the subnet mask. Network engineers often use it in access control entries, routing filters, and device configuration rules.

5. Does this calculator support IPv6?

No. This version is focused on IPv4 subnetting. That keeps the results simple and clear for common LAN, WAN, firewall, and router planning tasks.

6. How is the usable host count calculated?

Most IPv4 networks reserve one address for the network and one for broadcast. The usable host count usually equals total addresses minus two.

7. What does block size mean?

Block size shows the increment between subnet boundaries in the interesting octet. It helps you identify the next subnet quickly during manual subnetting.

8. Can I save my results for reporting?

Yes. Use the CSV button for spreadsheet-friendly output, or the PDF button to print or save a clean report for reviews, records, or handoffs.

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