Amazon Sidewalk: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Opt Out)

What is Amazon Sidewalk?

Amazon Sidewalk is a shared network that allows compatible Amazon devices to connect to Wi-Fi networks, smart home devices, and other Sidewalk-connected devices in your neighborhood. This can help to extend the range of your Wi-Fi network and provide more reliable connectivity for your devices.

How to Turn Off Amazon Sidewalk

If you don't want to use Amazon Sidewalk, you can turn it off in the Alexa app. Here's how:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet. 2. Tap More in the lower right corner. 3. Tap Settings. 4. Tap Account Settings. 5. Tap Amazon Sidewalk. 6. Toggle the Amazon Sidewalk switch to Off.

Your devices will no longer be connected to the Sidewalk network.

What Happens When I Turn Off Sidewalk?

When you turn off Sidewalk, your devices will no longer be connected to the Sidewalk network. This may affect the range of your Wi-Fi network and the reliability of your smart home devices. Additionally, any Sidewalk Bridges you have set up will no longer work.