WiFi Security Best Practices 🌐🔒

1. Use Strong Encryption 🔒

Always enable WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3) on your router. It provides stronger data encryption than older protocols like WPA2.

If your router doesn't support WPA3, use **WPA2-AES** as the next best option. Avoid WEP due to its vulnerability to attacks.

2. Change Default Credentials ⚠️

Replace the default admin username and password with a unique, complex combination.

Default credentials are a common entry point for hackers. Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.

3. Enable Network Isolation 🛡️

Turn on Network Isolation (also known as "guest network") to separate IoT devices and visitors from your main network.

This prevents unauthorized access to sensitive data and reduces attack surfaces.

4. Update Firmware Regularly 🔄

Check for firmware updates for your router and apply them promptly. Manufacturers often release patches for security vulnerabilities.
Learn more about firmware updates here

5. Disable WPS and Unneeded Features 🚫

Turn off Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and any unused services (e.g., remote management, UPnP). These can be exploited by attackers.
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6. Monitor Connected Devices 📱

Regularly check your router's connected device list. Remove unknown or suspicious devices immediately.
View your network's connected devices

7. Use a Firewall and Intrusion Detection 🛡️

Enable the router's built-in firewall and consider additional intrusion detection systems (IDS) for real-time threat monitoring.

For further reading on WiFi security tools, visit our WiFi Security Tools guide.