What Is Amazon Sidewalk

Turn Off Amazon Sidewalk to Protect Your Privacy

What is Amazon Sidewalk?

Amazon Sidewalk is a new feature that allows compatible devices, such as Echo speakers and smart plugs, to share a small portion of their Wi-Fi bandwidth with neighbors. This is intended to improve the reliability and range of Wi-Fi networks in the area, but it also raises privacy concerns.

How to Disable Sidewalk

If you're concerned about the privacy implications of Sidewalk, you can disable it by following these steps:

For Echo Speakers and Smart Plugs:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone.
2. Tap the "Devices" icon in the bottom right corner.
3. Select the device you want to disable Sidewalk on.
4. Tap the "Settings" icon in the top right corner.
5. Scroll down and tap "Sidewalk."
6. Toggle the "Enable Sidewalk" switch to the "Off" position.