52.96.188.178 is an IPv4 address operated by Microsoft Corporation (AS8075), geolocated to San Jose, United States. It belongs to datacenter or hosting infrastructure. As of October 27, 2026, IPDebrief rates it Low Risk (25/100); no anonymizing service was detected.
🔍 17 signal types · 18 observations collected
This report is generated from 17+ independent intelligence signals including
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 52.96.188.178
Who owns the IP address 52.96.188.178?
52.96.188.178 is registered to Microsoft Corporation. The address falls within the 52.96.0.0/12 network block. Registration is held at ARIN.
Where is 52.96.188.178 located?
Geolocation data places 52.96.188.178 in San Jose, California, United States. IP geolocation is approximate and indicates the network's registered or routed location rather than a precise physical address.
Is 52.96.188.178 malicious or safe?
52.96.188.178 currently carries a low risk assessment, meaning no significant threat indicators have been observed. This assessment is generated from continuously collected signals and can change over time.
What ports are open on 52.96.188.178?
Responsive ports observed on 52.96.188.178 include 80, 443. Port visibility reflects the most recent scan and may change as the host's configuration or firewall rules change.
Is 52.96.188.178 a VPN, proxy, or data center address?
52.96.188.178 is classified as cloud infrastructure and hosting infrastructure based on network ownership and behavioural analysis.