
Connectify Download
Connectify turns Windows into a Wi-Fi hotspot with wired sharing, bridging, and connection control.
Software details
Software Description
Connectify is a Windows application that makes a computer a Wi-Fi hotspot. It uses your internet connection to share it with phones, tablets, and other devices. The app is compatible with Ethernet, Wi-Fi and 4G adapters. The user selects the type of connection and gives it a name and a password. You decide who is connected and track devices in real time. It does not require additional hardware.
Internet Sharing
The software assists in regions that have poor or costly internet services. Connectify uses one internet connection to share it with several devices. You will be able to share Wi-Fi with other devices using Ethernet of your hotel. It is flexible in schools, homes, and workplaces. It has both secured and open hotspot modes. Encryption is used by the users when they require extra security.
Wired and Wireless Bridging
Connectify also makes a wired router out of your computer. You are able to bridge links to expand networks. This is useful to consoles or non-wireless devices. The app forwards traffic between adapters. It also controls firewall rules and IP settings internally. Users are not required to make manual adjustments to the system files.
Advanced Features
Certain functions are available only in the paid version of Connectify. These are custom firewall configuration, network bridging and repeater mode. It is also possible to rename connected devices to organize them better. The app has elaborate reports on upload and download usage. The various options are available on one interface. Once activated, internet sharing goes on in the background.
Compatibility and Use
Connectify is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11. It is compatible with the majority of the new Wi-Fi adapters and USB dongles. The application is not compatible with macOS or Linux. It needs administrator privileges to configure the hotspot. It can be installed and used without the need of constant internet. The updates make it compatible with new hardware and drivers on a regular basis.