**Strengthen your password security** To boost your password security, use a passphrase instead of a simple password. Create your passphrase as long as the device is capable of. Make it personal and use something only you know. Use a combination of upper/lower case and special characters and also substitute a number...
The Linksys app dashboard is your router's homepage. You can [_log in to the Linksys app_][1] to see the internet connection status, the number of devices connected to the network, and other features to help you manage your home WiFi. Images may vary depending on the model of your router or device. ![][2] * * ...
The Wi-Fi Settings feature of your router allows you to find the best WiFi channels with the least amount of traffic for optimum connectivity. It also allows you to protect your network from security vulnerabilities by managing your WiFi credentials. Click on each of the links below for specific instructions. [...
When a parent node is centrally located in a house, there is a chance that all child nodes will connect directly to the parent node because it has the strongest signal available. But for some networks where the parent node is not centrally located in the house, sometimes the farthest child node will keep connecting to...
Linksys Shield is being discontinued. Current subscribers can continue to use the service until July 31st, 2024. New subscriptions or renewals will no longer be available. Using Linksys Shield’s Block by Category feature is pretty simple – just pick a device, select an age-appropriate preset filter or customize a fil...
The Two Step Verification feature serves as a powerful security enhancement for all Linksys cloud account users, offering an additional layer of protection. Once enabled on the Linksys app or LinksysSmartWiFi.com page, any unverified device seeking access to your Linksys cloud account will be required to enter a si...
The Linksys app dashboard offers a snapshot of your WiFi. Here, you can see the connection status of the node, the number of devices in the network, and other settings that you can configure for your WiFi using your Android™ device. * * * Settings may vary depending on your Linksys router's model. ![][1] ...
This article will teach you how to disable the private or random MAC address and revert to your original MAC address on your Android™ device. 1. Go to the **Settings** app on your Android device. 2. Tap on **Connections** > **Wi-Fi**. 3. Tap the gear icon next to the WiFi name of the Linksys router or node yo...
The Guest Access feature allows guests to use your internet connection without granting access to your files and other devices connected to your main network. This means that though your friends can still visit different websites, they will not be able to access printers or any shared files on your home computers. Th...