To access the Linksys app menu options, log in to the app and tap the menu icon on the upper-left corner of the dashboard.
The menu options and settings vary by model. Some features like Family Time/Parental Controls, Devices, Priority, and some Advanced Settings are not supported if bridge mode is enabled.
The External Storage feature has been discontinued on the app, but you can still use the External Storage section on your router's web interface to set up and manage your storage device.
In most of the examples below, an iOS device is being used. Images may vary if you're using an Android™ device.
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Below is an overview of the options in the Linksys app menu.
| Menu option | Description |
| Network name | The network name is the WiFi name of the network that you are currently logged into. If you have multiple networks, you can tap on this section to switch to other networks. In this example, the WiFi name is HomeWIFI7.  To delete offline routers that are no longer part of your network, tap on Edit, select the router, and then tap on Delete.  |
| Devices | The Devices menu displays the total number of connected clients. Tap this section to view connected clients or to change a device's name or icon. |
| Safe Browsing | In this section, you can enable the Safe Browsing feature. Tap to configure. |
| Family Time | This option will appear on Linksys MBE7000, MX6200, and LN1100. |
| Parental Controls |
Parental Controls options vary by model. Tap this section to configure Parental Controls on your personal devices.
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. This feature is currently available for current subscribers and we are no longer offering subscriptions or renewals. |
| Network Security |
Network Security is a subscription-based service. If you have subscribed to this service, you will see Linksys Shield. This is only supported on Linksys WHW03xx models.
Network Security which is part of 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. |
| Wi-Fi Settings | Tap this section to configure your WiFi settings. |
| Guest Network | Tap this section to configure your guest's WiFi access. |
| Speed Check | Speed Check options vary by model. Tap this section to run a speed test. Then choose between the Router to Internet or Devices to Internet.  |
| Linksys Aware |
This service is only supported on Linksys WHW03xx models.
Linksys Aware is being discontinued. Current subscribers can continue to use the service until July 31st, 2024. New subscriptions or renewals will no longer be available. |
| Priority |
To configure device prioritization on your devices, tap on this section.
Linksys Aware is being discontinued. Current subscribers can continue to use the service until July 31st, 2024. New subscriptions or renewals will no longer be available. |
| Notifications | To configure notifications from your node, tap on this section. |
| Network Administration | In the Network Administration section, you can view all your nodes/routers, check the firmware version, change your router’s password, and more.  |
| Advanced Settings |
In Advanced Settings, you can configure your internet settings, enable bridge mode, and configure port settings like single port forwarding, port range forwarding, and port range triggering.
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| Apple Home Integration | The Linksys WHW03xx and MX4200 series work with Apple® HomeKit® to add an extra layer of security to your smart home. |
| Linksys Store | This section gives you access to Linksys Store where you can order Linksys products from within the app. |
| Set up a New Product | Tap this section to add more nodes to extend your network. |
| Account | When you are logged in with your Linksys cloud account, you will have an Account button. In the Account section, you can access your account profile, 2-Step Verification settings, and other settings. To log out, tap Account > Logout.  If the Linksys cloud is down or if you are offline, you can log in locally using the router password. In this case, you will have the Log Out button instead of the Account button. Once the connection is back up, you can log out and log back in with your Linksys cloud account.  |
| Help | Tap on the Help button to view some self-help articles. There is also a contact list to reach Linksys Support. |
| About Linksys | Tap this section to check the version of the Linksys app or read more about the Linksys Privacy Pledge. |
