This guide will demonstrate how to disable Private Address on an iPhone.

  1. Tap the Settings app on your iPhone.

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  1. Tap on Wi-Fi.

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  1. Tap on the (i) icon to view additional details.

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  1. Tap Private Wi-Fi Address.

Note that on devices running an iOS earlier than 18 will instead have a toggle switch next to Private Wi-Fi Address. It can be turned off from this switch.

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  1. Select Off. Notice Private Address has been turned off for this network. Note: This device is now using its hardware WiFi MAC address on your home network.

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Worried about your privacy? Read about why this is safe to disable for your home network here.