NETGEAR Nighthawk

NETGEAR Nighthawk

4.4 ⭐

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Written by NETGEAR, Inc

About NETGEAR Nighthawk

The NETGEAR Nighthawk app puts you in full control of your wireless router, wherever you are. Access all the key features of your router, including parental controls, device manager, traffic meters and more. You can check in on things like internet speed at the touch of a button, while you can instantly revise your security credentials or add a new password if you think your wireless network has been compromised.

NETGEAR Nighthawk App: Features

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NETGEAR Nighthawk App: Design & User Interface

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NETGEAR Nighthawk App: Performance

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👍 Pros

  • Instant access to your router
  • Remote control from anywhere in the world
  • Syncs with all your NETGEAR devices
  • Compatible with other smart tech
  • Makes quick work of router installation

👎 Cons

  • Can be quite complicated
  • You'll need some technical knowledge to get started
  • Not practical for smaller households
  • High data usage
  • Installation and configuration can be complicated

How to download & use

  1. Download the NETGEAR Nighthawk app via the link on this page.
  2. Follow the installation steps.
  3. Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your network.
  4. Once the setup is complete, use the NETGEAR Genie app to manage your network.
  5. To optimize your network, use the QoS and MU-MIMO features.
  6. Finally, use the parental control feature to manage the devices on your network.

Conclusion

The NETGEAR Nighthawk app lets you take full control over the security of your home Wifi network. Use it to set parental controls so little ones aren't accessing they should not be. You can also monitor bandwidth to see if anyone else is using your connection. All of this can be done remotely, meaning you can check in on things while you're at the office, visiting family or enjoying a long-overdue vacation.