# TCL WiFi

> TCL WiFi is an app to manage all TCL WiFi Routers and MESH routers.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tcl.wifimanager](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tcl.wifimanager)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.tcl.wifimanager`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TCL-CONNECTED
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 101,715
- **Rating:** 3.59 / 5 (268 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-19
- **First published:** 2020-03-30
- **Publisher country:** HK
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tcl.wifimanager)
- **Website:** [https://www.tcl.com/global/en/wifi/listing.html](https://www.tcl.com/global/en/wifi/listing.html)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.alcatel-move.com/help/#/kids\_watch\_privacy\_policy/en](http://www.alcatel-move.com/help/#/kids_watch_privacy_policy/en)

## Description

TCL WiFi is a user-friendly app designed to help users manage their TCL WiFi routers and MESH systems conveniently from their smartphones. Easily set up your network's SSID and password for secure connectivity. The app includes robust parental control features, providing a safe internet environment for children. It also supports the creation of guest networks, ensuring your personal privacy while offering network access to visitors. Additionally, TCL WiFi allows users to perform firmware upgrades and manage other router administration tasks remotely, enhancing your network's performance and security.

## Rankings

- #219,525 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MOUNT_UNMOUNT_FILESYSTEM`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_USER_PRESENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.VRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.tcl.wifimanager.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find the TCL WiFi app easy to set up and useful for basic network monitoring and control, including switching to 2.4GHz for device setup. However, many report major drawbacks such as lack of essential features (router restart, remote access, disabling WPS), limited options, resetting guest network names, inability to clear logs, and poor app reliability. The app's poor language and minimal diagnostic help frustrate users. Overall, the app is considered simplistic and often unreliable despite some appreciated functionalities.

### Pros

- Easy to set up and install the app.
- Allows control and monitoring of connected devices on the network.
- Can switch phone to 2.4GHz to set up smart devices, which is a valued feature.
- Affordable option used to replace paid routers by some users.

### Cons

- App lacks basic features like router restart and remote access when away from home.
- Cannot disable WPS, which may be a security concern.
- Guest network name resets to default set by manufacturer and logs or devices cannot be cleared.
- App has limited and basic functionality with poor troubleshooting or diagnostic support.
- Multiple users report the app does not work properly or is difficult to use, with bad English and limited options.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tcl.wifimanager)