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Longer articles that explain why home network checks matter and how to read the results. Anything we say about an incident or an official recommendation links to the source. For step-by-step help, see the fix guides and how-to guides.

Why check your home network for open doorsGovernment notices describe ordinary home routers and cameras being used by strangers because they could be reached and were not protected. A check takes a minute and the fix is usually one setting.Read the article What a home network check can and cannot seeThe website check tries 12 common doors from the outside. It cannot see inside your home, so a clear result is good news, not a guarantee.Read the article