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How Hiding WPS on Your Router Could Put Your Home in Risk In today’s hyper-connected world, securing your home Wi-Fi network is more important than ever—and yet, many homeowners mistakenly rely on Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) as a security shortcut, even going so far as to hide WPS. While disabling WPS is strongly recommended, hiding it isn’t a fix; in fact, it can create mistaken confidence and expose your network to greater risks. ### What Is WPS and Why Is It Considered Insecure? Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) was introduced to simplify connecting devices to your wireless network—no password needed, just a button press or a PIN. However, WPS has well-documented security flaws, including brute-force attacks on its 8-digit PIN, making it highly vulnerable to exploitation.