Loopback Network

The following page provides details on the network ranges for the special-purpose Loopback Network. This is one of the special networks set aside by Internet standards groups. You can find more technical information on the Loopback Network page.

What is the Loopback Network?

Loopback Network - Technology
The special-purpose loopback network addresses are reserved for testing and diagnostics, allowing a device to communicate with itself.