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Google is developing a new set of Wi-Fi controls for Android that will let users choose whether a saved Wi-Fi network is shared with other profiles on the same device . Currently, when a device connects to a Wi-Fi network, all other profiles on the device automatically gain access without any verification.
However, a new “Share Network” toggle in the latest Android Canary build lets users turn it off, so only the profile that entered the credentials in the first place can connect automatically. Other profiles would have to enter the network password to join the network. There’s a new “Allow users to edit network” option as well, intended to control whether users can change the network settings . Both updates are expected to arrive on the Android 16 QPR3 beta update before a wider release. Recommended Videos The update solves a long-standing issue in Android’s multi-user Wi-Fi system. While sharing a device with family members, roommates, or friends, automatic Wi-Fi credential sharing has been a privacy hazard, as every user gains access without your consent. However, having more granular control allows the primary user to decide which networks other profiles can access. Whether for parental oversight, privacy, or workplace security, the new feature ensures that sensitive networks aren’t accessible to everyone. This change lets everyday users prevent automatic access to specific Wi-Fi networks. Say you don’t want your child’s profile using your network without permission; when the new Wi-Fi control feature rolls out, you’ll be able to lock it without having to change the password. Given that the new Wi-Fi control is still in testing, it could be a while before Google rolls it out to Android users. With time, granular Wi-Fi settings could become an integral part of Android’s networking options. Most recently, Google released Android 16 QPR2, which improved the Pixel 10’s performance and added new features.
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