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Your router is accessible from the Internet!

Configuration of your wireless router is accessible from the Internet, and can be hacked. Your personal data may be at risk.

To configure TP-LINK wireless router:


  1. From the Wi-Fi Inspector results screen, select Go to your router settings to open the administration page of your TP-LINK router.
  2. Enter your router username and password, or contact the party who provided the router (e.g., your ISP).
  3. Go to SecurityRemote Management.
    - or -
    Go to AdvancedSecurityRemote Management.
  4. In the Remote Management IP Address field, disable remote management by entering the IP address 0.0.0.0 - i.e. IP with zero values.
  5. Confirm your changes by selecting Save and reboot your router if necessary.

Note:

Due to the wide range of different router types by TP-LINK, we can offer vendor-specific instructions for frequently used routers, or general instructions for all other routers. For exact instructions please consult documentation for your router model or contact TP-LINK for further assistance.

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