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Traceroute

Trace the path and intermediate hops network packets take to reach a destination.

Tracing route... This may take up to 30-60 seconds.

About this tool: Traceroute

Trace the path and intermediate hops network packets take to reach a destination.

Traceroute maps the routing hops network packets take across global internet exchanges and backbone providers. By incrementally increasing the packet TTL, intermediate routers return ICMP Time Exceeded messages, revealing the exact path and per-hop latency.

Belangrijkste Toepassingen & Voordelen

  • Pinpoint which ISP or transit exchange is causing high latency or outages.
  • Analyze BGP routing paths between international datacenters.
  • Determine if traffic is taking suboptimal geographic routes.
  • Locate packet loss across specific internet exchange points (IXPs).
Handige Tip & Best Practice: If a hop displays asterisks (* * *), the router simply deprioritizes ICMP response packets; as long as subsequent hops respond normally, there is no packet loss.

This online diagnostic utility is powered by ToolPing to provide fast, reliable, and secure network analytics for sysadmins and developers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I run a Traceroute diagnostic?

Enter an IP address or hostname and click "Trace Route". The tool traces the path of network hops across global routers to the target destination.

What information does Traceroute show?

It reveals each intermediate gateway router, its IP address, and the latency in milliseconds. This helps identify where network bottlenecks occur.