You can set a private Wi-Fi network as your home network. The Kaspersky application displays information about devices that are connected to this network in the Smart Home Monitor window.
Note: This functionality is available in Kaspersky Plus and Kaspersky Premium only.
In the Smart Home Monitor window, the application asks if you want to set the Wi-Fi network as a home network whenever you join a private Wi-Fi network. If you don't have any home network set, the Kaspersky application also displays a notification.
View the list of devices connected to your home network.
In the upper pane, click .
The Kaspersky application updates the list of devices.
Note: You can also view the list of devices found in your home network in the Home page of the main application window.
If a device is no longer connected to your network (for example, an old phone), you can delete this device from the list of devices connected to your home network.
If you choose a unique name, it can help you to identify your network.
Set a strong password for your Wi-Fi network.
Without a password, anyone can access your home Wi-Fi network. A strong password protects your Wi-Fi network from unauthorized access by third parties.
Hide your Wi-Fi network.
In the router's settings, you can hide the name of your Wi-Fi network so that it cannot be detected without specific software.
Enable encryption.
We recommend that you to use WPA2 (AES/CCMP) Wi-Fi network encryption.
Disable Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
Disabling WPS protects your Wi-Fi network from hacking.
Enable MAC address filtering.
You can create a list of MAC addresses of the devices you trust and allow them to connect to your Wi-Fi network or block access for specific devices based on their MAC addresses.
Reduce the signal range.
In the router's settings, you can change the signal range of your Wi-Fi network. If you are using Wi-Fi in an apartment or office, we recommend that you reduce the signal range so that your Wi-Fi network is only accessible within your apartment/office.
Update the router's firmware to enhance the security of your Wi-Fi network.
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