# Finding a device IP address

> Use an mDNS service browser on a phone on the same network to find the address a device is broadcasting on.

- **Page** - https://iotready.com/docs/hardware/operation/find-a-device-ip
- **Book** - [Hardware](https://iotready.com/docs/hardware.md)
- **Section** - Operation

1. **Ensure IoT Device is Switched On** Make sure the IoT device is powered on and ready.

2. **Install Service Browser** Download and install the [**Service Browser**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.druk.servicebrowser\&hl=en-US\&pli=1) app from the App Store on your phone.

3. **Connect to the Network**

   - Ensure that your device (phone) is connected to the same network as the mDNS server.

   - You can check this by reviewing your Wi-Fi or Ethernet settings.

4. **Launch the Service Browser App**

   - Open the **Service Browser** app on your device.

   - The app will automatically start scanning your network for available services, including mDNS servers.

5. **Locate the mDNS Server**

   - Browse through the list of discovered services within the app.

   - Look for the mDNS server broadcasting on HTTP. The server will be identified by its **hostname** or **device name**, along with the service type (e.g., `_http._tcp`).

6. **Identify the IP Address**

   - Select the mDNS server from the list to view its detailed information.

   - The details should include the **IP address**, **port number**, and additional metadata associated with the server.