Android/Apple iOS 14 & Later - Disable MAC Randomization


Phones running the Android 10 and Apple iOS operating systems have a new feature that randomizes the MAC address for different Wi-Fi connections. This feature is enabled by default but can be disabled for specific Wi-Fi networks.


To Disable MAC Randomization in Android 10 & Apple iOS, complete the steps below:


Google Pixel / Motorola / Other Androids:

  • Open the Settings app
  • Select Network and Internet
  • Select Wi-Fi
  • Connect to the Wireless network
  • Tap the gear icon next to the current connection
  • Select Advanced
  • Select Privacy
  • Select "Use device MAC"

Samsung Galaxy:

  • Navigate to "Settings"
  • Select "Connections"
  • Select "Wi-Fi"
  • Select "the Wireless Network you wish to connect to"
  • Tap the gear shaped icon next to the network you connected to
  • Select "Advanced"
  • On the next screen there is a menu labeled "MAC Address Type".
  • Tap on "MAC Address Type"
  • Select “Use Phone/Device MAC”

Apple iOS 14 & Later:

  • Ensure your device is connected to a Wi-Fi Network
  • Open the "Settings app", then tap "Wi-Fi"
  • Tap the "information button" next to your Plume network 
  • Tap on the "Use private Address" toggle to turn it off
  • After, a privacy warning will pop-up