request-ip is a Node.js middleware and utility that retrieves the IP address of a client making a request. It works with different server frameworks like Express, Koa, and Hapi, and supports various request sources.
Features
- Extracts client IP addresses from HTTP requests
- Works with Express, Koa, and other frameworks for easy integration
- Supports IPv4 and IPv6 for comprehensive coverage
- Handles proxy headers like X-Forwarded-For and CF-Connecting-IP
- Lightweight and efficient with minimal dependencies
- Can be used as middleware or standalone function for flexibility
