How to Control Netgear Router From Anywhere?

Netgear routers are used worldwide for enjoying seamless internet. The company has scaled heights when comes to provide high-performance routers. The best part of the device is that you can operate its functionalities from just about anywhere by downloading the Netgear Genie app on your device.

Whether you want to see the status of devices connected to your WiFi network or looking to set up parental controls for restricting your kids to access malicious content, the app lets you complete any task in a matter of minutes.

Let's now make you familiar with the process of using Netgear Genie App.

How to access Netgear router using Netgear Genie?

Netgear Genie app is available on both iOS and Android. To start managing your router using the app, firstly download it from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store as per the availability of your device.

Note: If you already have Genie app on your device, you are advised to update it to the latest version.

• Now, create a Netgear account. If already created one, give the app a run.

• Now, access your router using the Netgear Genie login page.

• Reaching the login page, you will be asked to enter Netgear account credentials.

• Fill the desired fields and hit the Sign In button.

• You are on the dashboard of your Netgear router.

Moving on, let's discuss the features you can now make use of using the Genie app.

Netgear Router Features You Can Access Using Netgear Genie App?

Get Complete Info About Your WiFi Network

Netgear Genie allows you to have a tab on the various points related to your WiFi network. You can check the management status of your router, network name, WiFi password, and list of the devices that are connected to your WiFi network.

Check Network Settings of Your Device

The app allows you to access the network settings of your router. You can check the WiFi network name as well as password. Also, you can change both as per your needs and requirements.

Change the WiFi Channel

Changing the WiFi channel is also possible using the Netgear Genie app. Simply log in to your account, navigate to Channel option, set the channel as per your need.

View the Network Map

Network Map feature allows you to check the status of the computer and mobile devices that are connected to your WiFi network.

Pause Internet Access

If you want to pause the internet access on certain devices connected to your WiFi network, then you need to enable Access Control. Accessing the feature will allow you to pause the internet on the device of your choice.

Set Up Guest WiFi Network

Most users often avoid sharing admin details with each and every person visiting them. If you also belong to the same category, then better set up a guest WiFi network for your guests. You can also, anytime, change the settings of Guest Network using the app.

Enable the Traffic Meter

Users who want to measure internet upload and download traffic on their WiFi network can use this feature. Enabling the Traffic Meter will show you data for a day, week, current month, or last month.

There are many more features that can be accessed by a user using the Netgear Genie app. You can explore them from your own with ease.

Verdict

We hope that this write-up will help you manage your Netgear router without any hassle. So, what are you waiting for? Simply download the Netgear Genie app on your device and start managing your WiFi device like a pro.

Note: Netgear Genie supports certain models of Netgear routers. If the model you own can't be operated using Netgear Genie, you can get the updated version, i.e. Netgear Nighthawk app.

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