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Secure home Wi-Fi: passwords, WPA3 and updates

Secure both the router admin and Wi-Fi passwords, use WPA3 or WPA2 and check firmware updates.

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Home Wi-Fi security takes more than hiding the network name. The US FTC recommends WPA3 Personal or WPA2 Personal, unique admin and Wi-Fi passwords, and current router software. For ISP-managed routers, use provider guidance before changes.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Identify the router model and who manages it, and find the official administration instructions.
Replace the default administrator password with a strong, unique one.
Set a different strong password for the Wi-Fi network and share it securely with household members.
Prefer WPA3 Personal, or WPA2 Personal if unavailable; consider replacing hardware limited to outdated WEP or WPA.
Check the manufacturer or internet provider for firmware updates and automatic updating; avoid unofficial firmware downloads.
Review remote management, WPS and UPnP. Disable unnecessary features according to guidance, then verify that household devices still connect.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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