Ping (ICMP) Monitoring Features
Latency Tracking
Monitor average, minimum, and maximum ping times. Detect network degradation before users complain.
Packet Loss Detection
Configure multiple pings per check (1-10). Track packet loss percentage over time.
Custom Packet Sizes
Test with packets from 8 to 1472 bytes. Discover MTU issues and path MTU problems.
Regional Latency
Compare ping times across 25+ locations. Identify routing issues and choose best server locations.
Historical Trends
Track latency trends over time. Spot degradation patterns before they cause outages.
Any IP Address
Monitor servers, routers, firewalls, IoT devices—anything with an IP address.
How Ping (ICMP) Monitoring Works
Enter IP or Hostname
Add any IP address or hostname you want to monitor (e.g., 8.8.8.8 or server.example.com).
Configure Ping Settings
Set packet count (1-10) and packet size (8-1472 bytes). Or use defaults.
Monitor Latency
View real-time latency charts, packet loss stats, and get alerts for connectivity issues.
Who Uses Ping (ICMP) Monitoring?
Game Servers
Monitor game server latency across regions. Ensure low-ping experience for players worldwide.
IT Infrastructure
Track network equipment, routers, switches, and firewalls. Detect connectivity issues early.
Cloud Providers
Monitor VM instances, load balancers, and network infrastructure across multiple cloud regions.
IoT Devices
Keep tabs on remote sensors, smart devices, and embedded systems. Know instantly when they go offline.
Ping (ICMP) Monitoring FAQ
What's the difference between ping monitoring and website monitoring?
Ping (ICMP) checks if a server is reachable at the network level. Website monitoring checks if your application is responding correctly (HTTP 200, correct content). Use both for complete coverage.
Can I monitor servers behind firewalls?
Only if the firewall allows ICMP packets from our monitoring locations. Many firewalls block ICMP for security. Consider TCP monitoring for firewalled servers.
Why do I need multiple pings per check?
Single pings can miss intermittent packet loss. Sending 5-10 pings per check reveals network stability issues that single pings miss.
What packet size should I use?
Default (56 bytes) works for most cases. Use larger packets (1400+ bytes) to test for MTU/fragmentation issues. Small packets (8-64 bytes) reduce bandwidth.
How often are ping checks performed?
Free plan: every 5 minutes. Pro: every 1 minute. Business/Enterprise: every 1 minute or 30 seconds.
Can you monitor IPv6 addresses?
Yes! We support both IPv4 and IPv6 ping monitoring from dual-stack monitoring locations.
What triggers an alert?
Alerts trigger when: packet loss exceeds threshold (e.g., >20%), latency spikes above limit, or server becomes unreachable.