How IP Geolocation Works

The process of mapping an IP address into a location typically involves several key components:
IP Databases: These databases store the mappings of IP addresses to various location details, such as city, country, region code (like region code a or region code all), and sometimes even postal codes. These mappings are updated frequently to reflect the changing nature of IP address allocations.
APIs: APIs, especially geolocation APIs, allow developers to access these databases and convert IP addresses into detailed location information. Popular APIs include geolocation API Javascript (geolocation api js), geoip lookup, and location by IP address. Many of these services return data in API IP JSON format, making it easy for developers to integrate geolocation data into their applications.