The **Safe Browsing** feature of the Linksys app allows you to block content on devices connected to the network using Domain Name System (DNS) security. * * * **Directions** 1. [_Log in to your Linksys app dashboard_][1]. 2. Tap on the **menu **icon at the upper left corner of the screen. **iOS** **An...
The **Devices **section displays a list of your connected and offline clients. You will be able to identify the devices, check how many are connected, verify the WiFi settings, and connect Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)-compatible devices to the network. This section also allows you to edit the name of the devices co...
The** Media Access Control (MAC)** **address **is a unique identifier assigned to each network adapter or Network Interface Card (NIC) of a computer or device. The **MAC Filtering **feature of your Linksys Smart WiFi Router will allow or prevent access to the network using this unique identifier. **Why do you need it...
If your internet service provider (ISP) requires a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) connection, follow the steps in this article. Setting up your parent node with a PPPoE connection is easy! **Before you begin:** * Make sure you have your PPPoE account credentials (username and password) provi...
The Linksys app enables you to securely connect to your home network through your mobile device. It provides you with the ability to modify your network settings, similar to the actions you can perform on the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page. This article will teach you how to view all connected devices in your network us...
The **WiFi MAC Filters** option of the Linksys app is a security feature that either allows or blocks specific MAC addresses from connecting to your WiFi. To configure the **WiFi MAC Filters **feature, follow the steps below. 1. Connect your mobile device to your router's WiFi then open the Linksys app. 2. [_Log ...
[_How MAC randomization affects the way Linksys sees my devices_][1] [_Disabling the private or random MAC address on your device_][2] [_Keeping MAC randomization ON while using the Linksys app_][3] **How MAC randomization affects the way Linksys sees my devices** Linksys uses a consistent MAC address to id...
Ensuring that users are able to maximize the bandwidth allocation for their favorite applications and services is one of the many features of your **Linksys cloud account**. The **Media Prioritization **tool allows you to prioritize on the devices or streaming applications with more bandwidth for best utilization of yo...
The **Media Prioritization **Tool of your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router allows you to give bandwidth allocation to devices, applications and games that connect to streaming or real-time media services. In order for this feature to work, the computer or device that you need to prioritize should be currently connected to yo...
Two Step Verification requires a six-digit code when logging in via the Linksys app or the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page using your Linksys cloud account, which provides peace of mind and an additional layer of security to all users. Once you have enabled the Two Step Verification, you will be prompted to enter a code ...