How to view your MAC address on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS

Need to check your MAC address to configure your modem, router, or get technical support? Don't worry, finding your MAC address – the code that identifies your device on the network – is easier than you think. This article will guide you on how to quickly find your MAC address on Windows computers, Macs, Android phones, iPhones, iPads, and many other devices.

How to find your MAC address on a Windows computer

A MAC (Media Access Control) address is a unique identifier for each network device. You can easily check this address in a few simple steps:

Steps to follow:

1. Open the Command Prompt window.
   Press the Windows key + S, type "Command," and then select Command Prompt.

2. Type the check command
   Enter the following command into the window that opens: ipconfig /all. Then press Enter.

3. Find the MAC address
   Find the Network Adapter that corresponds to your network connection (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
   The MAC address will be located next to the Physical Address line, consisting of 6 pairs of numbers and letters (for example: 00-1A-2B-3C-4D-5E).

Part 1: How to quickly view MAC address on Windows 7, 10, 11

Step 1: How to open Command Prompt on a Windows computer

• Open the Windows search bar.
  Press the Windows + S keys on your keyboard.

• Search for the Command Prompt tool.
  Type the keyword "Command" into the search box.

• Open Command Prompt
  Click on the Command Prompt icon that appears in the search results.

Step 2: How to view network information using Command Prompt

• Type the following command:
  ipconfig /all
• Press the Enter key.

Step 3: How to identify the network card to find its MAC address.

After running the command ipconfig /all , you will see a list of network adapters on your computer. Each network adapter will have its own information.

How to identify the network card you need:

• Wireless LAN adapter Wi-Fi: This is a wireless Wi-Fi connection.

• Ethernet adapter: This is a wired (LAN) connection via a network port.

Tip:

• Look for the section with a title like "Wireless LAN adapter Wi-Fi" or "Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection".

• This is where the MAC address you're looking for is located.

Step 4: How to find the MAC address in Command Prompt

After identifying the correct network card (Wi-Fi or Ethernet), you will find the MAC address as follows:

Find the line that contains the following content:

• Physical Address

MAC addresses have the following format:

• A string of 6 pairs of characters (letters and numbers), separated by hyphens, for example: 1A-2B-3C-D4-E5-F6

Note:

• Each network card has its own MAC address.

• This address is commonly used to identify devices on a network.

Part 2: How to view MAC Address on Windows 10 via Network Status

Step 1: Connect to the network to check the MAC address.

• Please connect your device to the network.

• For example, if you want to check the MAC address of your Wi-Fi receiver, connect to the Wi-Fi network now.

Step 2: How to identify the network icon on Windows

• Click on the network icon in Windows, usually located near the clock in the bottom right corner of the screen.

• If you're using Wi-Fi, the icon will be a cone-shaped Wi-Fi signal with curves.

• If using a wired connection (Ethernet), the icon will be a computer with a network cable.

• Sometimes, the icon might be a white globe, depending on the type of connection.

• If you don't see an icon like the one above, open the Windows menu → select Settings → go to Network & Internet to check.

Step 3: How to view network connection details

• Click on the Properties tab located right below the name of the connection you are using.

• If you accessed the connection via Settings, select Properties on the right side of the screen to view the details.

Step 4: Find the "Properties" section in the connection information.

• Scroll to the bottom of the window to find the Properties section.

• This is the final section in the connection information window.

Step 5: How to find the device's MAC address

• Find the Physical address (MAC) entry in the Properties section.

• A MAC address is a string of alphanumeric characters, formatted as follows: 1A-2B-3C-D4-E5-F6.

• This is the unique identifier for the network device.

Part 3: How to use the ifconfig command to view your MAC address.

Step 1: Connect to the network to view the MAC address.

• First, connect the device to the network.

• For example, if you want to find the MAC address of a Wi-Fi receiver, you need to connect to a Wi-Fi network right now.

Step 2: Open system settings on your Mac.

• Click the Apple menu in the upper left corner of the screen.

• Select System Preferences to open it.

Step 3: Open the Network section in System Settings.

• In System Preferences, click the Network icon.

• This symbol is in the shape of a globe.

Step 4: Select the connection type to view the MAC address.

• In the left column, select Wi-Fi if you want to see the MAC address of your wireless network card.

• If using a wired connection, select Ethernet to view the MAC address of the wired network port.

Step 5: Open the network's advanced settings.

• Click the Advanced button located in the bottom right corner of the window.

• This step will show you more details about your network connection.

Step 6: Select the Hardware tab to view the MAC address.

• Click on the Hardware tab located in the upper right corner of the window.

• This is the last tab in the tab bar.

Step 7: Find the MAC address on your Mac

• In the Hardware tab, you will find the MAC address.

• This address is a string of characters consisting of letters and numbers, in the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• This is the unique identifier for your network device.

Part 4: How to quickly view your iPhone/iPad's MAC address

Step 1: Open the Terminal window on your computer.

• You can open the Terminal by pressing the Ctrl + Alt + T key combination.

• Alternatively, click the Terminal icon in the application launcher.

Step 2: Run the network check command in the Terminal.

• Type the command `sudo ifconfig` and press Enter.

• If prompted, enter your password and press Enter to continue.

Step 3: How to find the MAC address in Terminal

• Find your network connection in the list (usually:

  • Ethernet is eth0

  • Wi-Fi usually starts with the letter w).

• The MAC address will be located next to the HWaddr line.

• This address has the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

Part 5: How to view MAC Address on all Android versions

Step 1: Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad.

• Find and open the Settings app on the home screen or in the app library.

• The app icon is a gray gear.

Step 2: Select the General option in Settings.

• In the Settings app, tap General.

• This is the third item in the set of settings.

Step 3: Go to the About section to view device information.

• In the General menu, tap About.

• This item is located at the very top of the list in the General section.

Step 4: Find the MAC address on your iPhone or iPad.

• Scroll down to the Wi-Fi Address section in About.

• The device's MAC address will be displayed here, in the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

Part 6: Simple guide to checking MAC addresses on Chrome OS

Step 1: Open settings on your Android phone.

• Find and open the Settings app on your Android phone.

• The icon is a gear in the app list.

Step 2: Select About phone or About device on Android.

• In Settings, tap About phone or About device.

• Depending on the model, the item names may vary, but they all contain device information.

Step 3: Find the Status section to view the MAC address on Android.

• After going to About phone/device, tap Status if needed.

• Some Android devices will display the MAC address directly on the About page, without needing to go to Status.

Step 4: How to find and manage MAC addresses on Android

• Your MAC address may appear on the About or Status page, in a format like: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• From Android 10 onwards, phones typically automatically change their MAC address when connecting to Wi-Fi to enhance security.

• If you need to provide a fixed MAC address (for example, to allow access on a router), you can disable this feature by:

  1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet (or Connections) > Wi-Fi.

  2. Tap the gear icon next to the network you are currently connected to.

  3. Select the MAC address type.

  4. Select "Use phone MAC" to use the phone's actual MAC address.

Part 7: Viewing MAC Address on Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Wii, 360

Step 1: Open the clock on your computer screen.

• Click on the clock, usually located in the bottom right corner of your desktop screen.

Step 2: Select the Wi-Fi network you are currently connected to.

• Tap on your Wi-Fi network name to see your current connection information.

Step 3: Click the "i" icon to view network details.

• In the network information box, click the small "i" icon in a circle, located at the top.

• This is where you can find more detailed information about your Wi-Fi connection.

Step 4: Find the MAC address on the device.

• Look for the Wi-Fi entry in the connection information.

• A MAC address is a string of alphanumeric characters, in the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• This is the unique identifier of the device when connecting to Wi-Fi.

Part 8: How to check your MAC address on PlayStation 5

Step 1: Boot up PlayStation 5 without a disc.

• Turn on your PS5 without inserting a game or movie disc.

• If the PS5 is already on, restart the console without inserting a disc.

Step 2: Open settings on PlayStation 5

• On the PS5 home screen, tap the gear icon in the upper right corner.

• This is the first step to accessing the settings.

Step 3: Select the System option in the PS5 settings.

• In the settings menu, select System.

• The icon for this section is a cube.

Step 4: View PS5 console information

• In the System section, select Console Information.

• This item is located at the top of the menu list.

Step 5: Find the MAC address on your PlayStation 5.

• The Wi-Fi MAC address is listed under MAC Address (Wi-Fi).

• The MAC address of the wired connection is displayed under MAC Address (LAN Cable).

• This is a unique identifier for each type of network connection on the computer.

Part 9: How to check your MAC address on PlayStation 4

Step 1: Boot up PlayStation 4 without a disc.

• Turn on your PS4 without inserting a game or movie disc.

• If the PS4 is already on, restart it without a disc inside.

Step 2: Open settings on PlayStation 4

• On the PS4 home screen, select the Settings icon.

• This icon looks like a toolbox.

Step 3: Select the System option in the PS4 settings.

• Scroll down near the bottom of the Settings menu.

• Click on System; this item is usually located near the bottom of the list.

Step 4: View system information on PS4

• In the System section, select System Information.

• This item is located at the top of the menu list.

Step 5: Find the MAC address on your PlayStation 4.

• The Wi-Fi MAC address is displayed under the MAC Address (Wi-Fi) section.

• The MAC address of the wired connection is displayed under MAC Address (LAN Cable).

• This is a unique identifier for each type of network connection on the computer.

Part 10: How to check your MAC address on PlayStation 3

Step 1: Boot up PlayStation 3 without a disc.

• Turn on your PS3 without inserting a game or movie disc.

• If the PS3 is already on, restart the console without a disc inside.

Step 2: Open settings on PlayStation 3

• Use the joystick to navigate to the Settings menu.

• Press the X button to select this item and the following options.

Step 3: Select network settings on PS3

• In the Settings menu, select Network Settings.

• Information related to your network connection will be displayed here.

Step 4: View the connection status list on PS3

• In the Network Settings section, select Settings & Connection Status List.

• You will see detailed information about your computer's current network connection.

Step 5: Find the MAC address on your PlayStation 3.

• In the Settings & Connection Status List, find the MAC Address line.

• A MAC address will be displayed as a string of alphanumeric characters, for example: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• This is the unique identifier of the device when connecting to the network.

Part 11: MAC Address on Nintendo Switch: How to Check It

Step 1: Launch Nintendo Switch to the home screen.

• Turn on your Nintendo Switch and wait for it to boot up to the Home menu (main screen).

Step 2: Open System Settings on Nintendo Switch

• On the home screen, select System Settings.

• This icon is shaped like a gear and is located in the row of icons at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3: Select the Internet option in the Switch settings.

• In System Settings, scroll down and select Internet in the left-hand column.

• This is where you can view and adjust your network settings.

Step 4: Find the MAC address on your Nintendo Switch

• After selecting Internet, look at the panel on the right.

• The MAC address will be displayed next to the System MAC Address field, in the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• This is the unique identifier of the machine when connecting to the network.

Part 12: MAC Address on Nintendo Wii: How to Check It

Step 1: Launch Wii without a disc

• Turn on the Wii console without a game disc inside.

• If there is a disc in the console, remove it and then restart the Wii.

Step 2: Go to the Wii's home screen.

• Press the A button on the Wii Remote.

• This will take you to the Wii's home screen.

Step 3: Select the Wii option on the home screen.

• On the home screen, select the Wii icon.

• This icon is located in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Step 4: Open Wii settings

• In the Wii menu, select Wii Settings.

• The wrench icon is located on the right side of the screen.

Step 5: Go to page 2 in Wii Settings.

• Drag or tap the arrow pointing to the right to move to page 2 of the Settings screen.

• This page contains additional important settings options.

Step 6: Select the Internet option in Wii Settings.

• On page 2 of the Settings menu, select the Internet option.

• This item is near the bottom of the list.

Step 7: View Wii console information

• In the Internet section, select Console Information.

• This is where you can view the detailed information about the machine.

Step 8: Find the MAC address on the Wii.

• The MAC address is located at the top of the Console Information screen.

• This address consists of a string of letters and numbers, in the format: 1A:2B:3C:D4:E5:F6.

• This is the unique identifier for the Wii console when connected to the network.

Part 13: How to view your MAC address on Xbox Series X/S

Step 1: How to open the quick menu on your Xbox Series X/S controller

• Press the X button on your Xbox Series X or S controller.

• This action will immediately open a convenient menu.

Step 2: Select Profile & System on Xbox Series X/S

• In the menu that opens, select the first icon in the upper left corner.

• This is the Profile & System section for managing accounts and systems.

Step 3: Go to the settings on your Xbox Series X/S

• In the Profile & System menu, select the gear icon near the bottom.

• This is the Settings section where you can customize your device's settings.

Step 4: Select the General tab on Xbox Series X/S

• In Settings, tap the first tab on the left called General.

• This is where the basic and general settings of the machine are located.

Step 5: Select network settings on Xbox Series X/S

• In the General tab, find and select Network settings.

• The icon is a wireless wave with a gear on the right.

Step 6: Select advanced settings on Xbox Series X/S

• In Network settings, scroll down near the bottom right corner of the screen.

• Select Advanced settings to access more detailed network customization options.

Step 7: Find the MAC address on your Xbox Series X/S

• In the Advanced settings section, you will see the MAC address displayed.

• The MAC address of the Wi-Fi card is located next to the Wireless MAC address.

• The MAC address of the wired network (LAN) card is located next to the Wired MAC address.

Part 14: How to view your MAC address on Xbox One

Step 1: Access My Xbox on the console.

• From the main screen (Xbox Dashboard), select My Xbox to open the menu.

• If you are not already connected to the internet, please connect before continuing.

Step 2: Select Settings from the My Xbox menu.

• In the My Xbox menu, select the gear icon called Settings.

• This is where you can adjust your personal and system settings.

Step 3: Select the network option from the My Xbox menu.

• In Settings, select Network.

• This section will display additional options and settings related to network connectivity.

Step 4: Select advanced settings on Xbox

• In the Network section, select Advanced Settings.

• This is where you can access more detailed network customizations.

Step 5: View the MAC address on your Xbox.

• In Advanced Settings, you will see the MAC address clearly displayed.

• The MAC address of the Wi-Fi card is located next to the Wireless MAC address.

• The MAC address of the wired network (LAN) card is located next to the Wired MAC address.

Part 15: How to view your MAC address on Xbox 360

Step 1: Go to My Xbox on the Xbox console.

• On the main screen (Xbox Dashboard), select My Xbox to open the expanded menu.

• If you are not already connected to a network, please connect to any network before continuing.

• This is necessary for your MAC address to be displayed in full.

Step 2: Select your network and configure it on Xbox.

• In the network menu, select the name of the Wi-Fi or wired network you are using.

• Next, select Configure Network to access the detailed settings.

Step 3: Select the additional settings tab on Xbox.

• In the network configuration section, select the Additional Settings tab in the upper right corner of the screen.

• This is where you'll find more advanced options for network connectivity.

Step 4: Select advanced settings on Xbox

• In the Additional Settings tab, select Advanced Settings.

• This option is located right above the Restore to Factory Defaults option.

Step 5: Find the MAC address on your Xbox.

• In Advanced Settings, look at the panel on the left.

• The MAC address is a 12-character string located at the bottom left of the table.

• This address does not contain colons (:) or hyphens (-) between characters.

Author: Garnik Ovsepyan .