What is AS1273?
AS1273 is the primary Autonomous System for Vodafone Limited, one of the UK's largest telecommunications operators. Vodafone UK provides mobile (Vodafone Mobile), fixed broadband (Vodafone Home Broadband), and enterprise network services. Vodafone UK is a subsidiary of Vodafone Group Plc, which operates mobile networks across Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
Privacy note
If AS1273 appears in your IP lookup while a VPN is active, the VPN is not masking your real IP. Vodafone UK mobile and broadband customers should see their VPN provider's ASN when correctly connected. If Vodafone still appears, follow the guide at myipscan.net/how-to/fix-vpn-leak/.