How to subscribe to TP-Link HomeShield Service

Introduction

HomeShield is a built-in service, available in all HomeShield routers and Deco Mesh products. It is a home networking protection kit that covers all security scenarios with its network security, parental controls, QoS, and comprehensive reports.

HomeShield provides two subscription options, Advanced Parental Controls and Security+.

• Advanced Parental Controls helps you manage your kids' online time and bedtime and regulate the content and apps they have access to, letting them develop healthy digital habits.
• Security+ provides you with comprehensive and professional network security protection to protect your Wi-Fi network and all connected devices from virus attacks.

Every new user can get a 1-month free trial. All subscriptions are automatically renewed until cancelled. Follow the steps below to subscribe to TP-Link HomeShield for more advanced features. Of course, you can always upgrade to the TP-Link HomeShield service when using the basic features.

Note: There is no free trial for the Total Security Package subscription, but there is a discount when first purchasing the Total Security Package.

Requirements

• TP-Link HomeShield Router/ Deco
• An iOS device running iOS 9 or later/ an Android device running Android 4.2 or later
• Download and install TP-Link Tether app/ Deco app on your device

Configuration

Note: In this article, we will take the Deco app as an example to illustrate the configuration.

Step 1. Open Deco app. Swipe right to open the menu and select HomeShield.

Step 2. In HomeShield Center, select the subscription service as needed and then follow app instructions to subscribe to the service.

• Advanced Parental Controls

• Security+

QA

Q1: What plans does HomeShield offer?

A1: HomeShield offers different plans with Monthly or Yearly billing cycles, including

Note:
• The prices listed in the table are based on USD for the US region. Prices may vary in different regions due to exchange rates and pricing strategies. The information on the Deco/Tether app prevails in case of conflict.
• Some plans and features of HomeShield may not yet be available in certain regions. Please refer to the actual content displayed in the app or on the website.
• Security+ and Advanced Parental Control (Yearly/Monthly plans) offer a one-month free trial for new users. The Total Security Package is not eligible for a free trial.

Q2: Which models that only support subscription to the Advanced Parental Control feature?

A2:

• Deco series: Deco M5 (V1/V3/V3.2), M9 Plus (V1/V2/V2.2), M1300 (V1/V2), X20 (V1/V1.2/V2), X25 (V1/V2), W3600 (V1/V1.2/V2), X60 (V1/V2)
• Archer series: Archer AX50 (V1), GX90 (V1), AX6000 (V1/V2), AX10000/AX11000 (V1/V2), C5400 (V1), C5400X (V1), C4000 (V2/V3), C2300 (V1/V2), A20 (V1/V3), A2300 (V1)

Additional models may be planned for future support. Please stay tuned for updates.

Get to know more details of each function and configuration please go to Download Center to download the manual of your product.