TP-Link Tether
TP-Link Systems Inc. Utilities iPhoneiPadiPod touch
TP-Link Tether is a free Utilities app for iPhone and iPad by TP-Link Systems Inc. Rated 4.8/5 from 157,582 ratings. Requires iOS 14.0.
- Rating
- 4.8
- 157K ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 363 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Sep 24
- 2026 · v4.16.2
Screenshots
About TP-Link Tether
TP-Link Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your TP-Link Router/ xDSL Router/ Range Extender with your mobile devices. From quick setup to parental controls, Tether provides a simple, intuitive user interface to see your device status, online client devices and their privileges. - Setup SSID, password and Internet or VDSL/ADSL settings of your devices - Block unauthorized users who are accessing your devices - Manage permissions of client devices - Parental control function with schedule and URL-based Internet access management - Find the best location to place your range extender - Automatically turn off the LEDs at specific time - Manage most of TP-Link devices simultaneously View compatible routers of Tether: https://www.tp-link.com/tether/product-list/#wi-fi-routers To learn how to find the hardware version of your device, go to http://www.tp-link.com/faq-46.html More devices supported by Tether are coming soon! Important Notes ● Upgrade firmware is required. Go to the download page to choose the correct version and download the latest firmware: http://www.tp-link.com/support.html ● TP-Link Tether does not work when connected to guest network ● For any issue, please contact http://www.tp-link.com/support.html ● Privacy Policy: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Tether/privacy ● Terms of Use: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Tether/tou ● HomeShield Subscription Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/service-agreement/?app=tether ● Auto-Renewal Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/auto-renewal-service-agreement/?app=tether
Ratings & reviews
4.8
157K ratings
What’s new
Version 4.16.2 · Updated September 24, 2026
Fixed some bugs and improved the stability.
App privacy
The developer, TP-Link Systems Inc., reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected and linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Identifiers: User ID, Device ID
- Usage Data: Other Usage Data
- Diagnostics: Other Diagnostic Data
- User Content: Photos or Videos, Customer Support
Used for: Analytics, App Functionality
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Contact Info: Email Address
- Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data
Used for: Developer’s Advertising or Marketing, Analytics, App Functionality
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| App | Rating | Price | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TP-Link Tether | 4.8 / 5 (157,582 ratings) | Free | September 24, 2026 |
| Linksys | 4.7 / 5 (98,549) | Free | Apr 25, 2024 |
| Ubiquiti WiFiman | 4.8 / 5 (40,235) | Free | Jul 28, 2026 |
| SURFboard Central | 1.6 / 5 (1,689) | Free | Mar 10, 2025 |
| Network Analyzer: WiFi Scan | 4.6 / 5 (6,812) | Free | Sep 13, 2026 |
| MERCUSYS | 4.8 / 5 (751) | Free | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Tenda WiFi | 3.0 / 5 (496) | Free | Sep 20, 2026 |