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Browser — Secure DNS (DNS over HTTPS)
Chrome, Firefox and Edge can encrypt DNS requests and bypass the local network.
- Chrome: Menu ⋮ → Settings → Privacy and security → Security → turn off “Use secure DNS”.
- Firefox: Menu ☰ → Settings → Privacy & Security → set “DNS over HTTPS” to “Off”.
- Edge: Menu ⋯ → Settings → Privacy → turn off “Use secure DNS”.
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iPhone, iPad or Mac — iCloud Private Relay
iCloud Private Relay hides your address from the local network and blocks access to the portal.
- Open Settings, then Wi‑Fi.
- Tap the ⓘ next to this network’s name.
- Turn off “Limit IP Address Tracking”. Private Relay stays active on all your other networks.
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Android — Private DNS
The “Private DNS” option sends your requests to an external server and bypasses the local network.
- Open Settings → Network & Internet (or Connections).
- Tap Private DNS.
- Select “Off” or “Automatic”, then reconnect to the Wi‑Fi.
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VPNs and protection apps
A VPN (NordVPN, Proton VPN, 1.1.1.1/WARP…) redirects all your traffic and hides the Wi‑Fi portal.
- Open your VPN app and disconnect it temporarily.
- Sign in to the Wi‑Fi portal.
- Turn your VPN back on afterwards if you wish.