The Parental Controls and Family Time feature lets you create a schedule to block internet access for a device at a certain time and day. You can also create multiple schedules for a device. There are no limitations. To do this, follow the instructions below: [_Linksys app_][1] [_How to edit a schedule_][2] [_Web...
Changing the Wi-Fi Settings can be done through the router's web interface. To establish a unique and secure network, it is important to change the basic Wi- Fi Settings of your router. * Changing your Wi-Fi Settings will disconnect all devices from your router until you reconnect them using the new settings. To le...
Pausing internet access is easy using the Parental Controls feature on the Linksys app. This article will provide instructions on how to do that. [_Linksys app_][1] [_Web interface_][2] * * * **Linksys app** You will have either Parental Controls or Family Time in the Linksys app, however pausing intern...
The instructions below will guide you on how to download and connect your USB printer to your network using a Mac® computer through the Linksys USB Control Center software. The Linksys USB Control Center software is available to any Linksys Smart WiFi routers. Before connecting the USB printer, make sure your compu...
Having a **Linksys cloud account** allows you to manage your wireless router's settings remotely. In case you have old inactive accounts or simply want to deactivate your account, follow the steps below: **IMPORTANT:** This article provides information on deactivating a Linksys cloud account. For instructions on ho...
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...
Guest Access is an added feature of the Linksys Smart WiFi routers and Linksys WiFi routers. Computers or devices connected to the guest's WiFi will have an internet connection but will NOT be able to access the router’s main network and communicate with other devices within the network. The WiFi password of the gues...
The Security Tool has three major features that give you control over the protection of your router and your home network. _[Firewall][1] [DMZ][2] [Apps and Gaming][3]_ **Firewall**** ** A firewall software protects your local network from internet threats by filtering the incoming and outgoing communication...
Parental Controls allows you to restrict internet access for users within your network giving you control over which of your children’s gadgets are allowed to access the internet on specific times. This article will guide you on how to restrict internet access on specific times in your network. If you would li...
The Backup and Restore feature allows you to save your current router configuration settings and retrieve a previously backed-up configuration. **Why is performing a backup and restore process important?** In cases when you need to reset the router to factory default settings, you will be able to restore your pre...