***Updated 5/4/2026*** Sometimes it can be hard to remember your WiFi network name (aka SSID) and password, so we made it easy to see and change them from a few places. Before you begin, remember that: These instructions are specifically for rented Xfinity Gateways only.Xfinity Gateways broadcast tw

***Updated 5/17/2026*** Many things can affect your WiFi connection. If your WiFi isn’t working well, try these steps: Use the Xfinity app to troubleshoot.Chat with the Xfinity Assistant on your computer.Try the tips listed below. Customers who rely on non-verbal communication have access to dedicat

​ ​ ​ ​ ​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Don't panic! A crazed Comcast technician hasn't lost his/her marbles. The line is known as a​​ ​​drop. ​​Temporary​​ ​​drops are typically orange. Techs will sometime run temporary drops so customers don't need to w

***Updated 4/24/2026*** Find out how you can activate an Xfinity Gateway or an approved customer-owned (third-party) modem using the Xfinity app. Activation instructions using Xfinity app You can activate a device using the Xfinity app. Not on a smartphone? Scan this QR code with your mobile device

Manage people with the Xfinity app Learn more about organizing devices by people and managing family settings like Active Time Limits, Active Time Details, Downtime schedules, and Parental Controls. For more information on the Xfinity app, see our xFi Features and Using the Xfinity App. For tips on

Changing ownership of an Xfinity account We know there are times when you may need to change the ownership of an account. For example, you may need to handle the account of a family member or friend deployed in the military, or your roommate may be moving out. We’re here to help. In the event of an

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ***Updated 5/4/2026*** ​ If you think your computer is infected. The first thing to do is scan your computer completely with your Antivirus and Anti Spyware programs. Be sure to save the logs. They are valuable if further help is needed.​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Communi

***Updated 4/28/2026*** Choosing either POP or IMAP can affect how you access and manage your email. Note: To learn more about using third-party email clients (e.g., Outlook, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, etc.) to access your Comcast.net email address, please see Enable/Disable Third-Party Client Access

***Updated 6/29/2026*** Watch your favorite Hulu content directly on your Xfinity X1 or Xumo Stream Box devices! To access the Hulu app, you’ll need: A compatible X1 TV Box (RNG150 and Pace XG1v1 models aren’t supported) or Xumo Stream Box.Xfinity Internet (any level of service).A Hulu subscription.

***Updated 8/11/2026*** Here’s an overview of Xfinity Accessibility options that can help. Learn more at corporate.comcast.com/impact/accessibility. Xfinity accessibility features and benefits Accessibility options on the TV Made EasyWith Xfinity X1 or Flex, just press the B button on your Voice Rem

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Help secure your devices, your personal information, and your family against online threats with easy-to-use internet security tips. Security tips Social engineering Social engineering is the use of deception and manipulation of human behavior to influence you into divulging c

***Updated 5/4/2026*** A home network is a group of devices — such as computers, game systems, printers, and mobile devices — that connect to the internet and each other. Home networks connect in two ways: A wired network, which connects devices like printers and scanners with cablesA wireless netwo

***Updated 7/13/2026*** Movies Anywhere, lets you watch movies you purchased from a variety of retailers on a single, shared playback service. Current retailers include iTunes, Google Play, Microsoft, Fandango, Amazon, Verizon Fios, DirecTV, and Xfinity. With Xfinity, you can purchase content from X

***Updated 5/20/2026*** This article provides details on the device personalization and control features available with the Xfinity app. For more information about the Xfinity app, see our Xfinity app overview article.For troubleshooting tips, see troubleshooting WiFi connectivity.For information on

***Updated 8/11/2026*** Want to know more about viewing 4K Ultra HD (UHD) and 4K UHD/HDR with your Xfinity TV subscription? Check out our helpful information below, including how to watch it and what you can watch. What is 4K UHD content? 4K UHD resolution is four times full HD, providing a clearer,

​***Created by our​​ ​​Community Users***​ ​ ​ ​If you receive mail that purports to be from Comcast telling you (the following are only a few of the things these emails will tell you)​ ​ ​ ​1​​) Your account has been blocked​ ​2​​) There has been unusual activity on your account​ ​3​​) To update yo

***Updated 8/17/2026*** Learn how to change the batteries in your Xfinity Home devices. When some devices' batteries start to expire, a low-battery alert shows on: The Xfinity Home app and your touchscreen if you subscribe to Xfinity Home Security.The Xfinity app if you have Xfinity Home Smart Home.

***Updated 8/12/2026*** This article provides an overview of the YouTube app on Xfinity X1. Eligibility To use the YouTube app on X1, you'll need: Xfinity Internet serviceA compatible X1 TV Box (excludes RNG150s) Access and use the YouTube app To access the YouTube app, press the xfinity button on y

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​If using Windows 10's browser EDGE, you will need to do the following to set your homepage.​ ​ ​ ​Click the "3-Dot menu"​​ (…) on the address bar, then​​ ​​Settings.​ ​In the left menu, click Start, home, and new tabs. ​ ​On the right side o

Comcast offers two-step verification using the Xfinity app to provide extra layers of digital security and an easier sign-in experience. The Xfinity app is available for download on Apple and Android phones. The Xfinity app alerts you when someone attempts to use your Xfinity ID and password to sign