Traceroute
Trace the network path to any host and see every hop along the way.
Features
Network path analysis tools
See every hop from our server to the destination host.
View response time for each hop to identify bottlenecks.
Each hop shows both IP address and resolved hostname when available.
About Traceroute
Our traceroute tool traces the network path to any host, showing every hop along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is traceroute?
Traceroute maps the path data takes across the internet.
It shows each router hop between the source and destination.
Each hop includes the IP address and response time.
Why use traceroute?
Traceroute helps diagnose where network problems occur.
You can identify slow or failing routers along the path.
It is useful for network troubleshooting and optimization.
What do asterisks mean?
Asterisks (* * *) mean a hop did not respond.
Some routers block traceroute for security.
This does not necessarily mean a problem.
How is this different from ping?
Ping only tests the final destination.
Traceroute shows every router along the path.
Traceroute is better for diagnosing where delays occur.