***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

Find out more about buying and using your own internet equipment (cable modem/gateway) instead of renting an Xfinity Wireless Gateway. Keep in mind there are advantages to using an Xfinity Wireless Gateway, including access to value-added services such as xFi — our WiFi management platform — and usa

***Updated 5/17/2026*** Stay connected, effortlessly — with Xfinity WiFi hotspots. With millions of Xfinity WiFi hotspots across the country, you’re never far from a fast, reliable connection. Whether you're grabbing coffee, traveling, or just out and about, Xfinity WiFi keeps you online with ease.

***Updated 5/24/2026*** 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 t

Starting Tuesday, April 27, 2021 and continuing through Monday, May 3, 2021, the biggest week in television history is back! Watch the best shows and movies from HBO Max, Showtime, Starz, Hulu, Epix, AMC+ and more! Xfinity customers can watch thousands of episodes and hundreds of movies on demand fr

***Updated 8/6/2026*** Introducing the Xfinity Voice Remote — only from Xfinity The Xfinity Voice Remote (models XR11, XR15, XR16, XR100, XRA and the Xfinity Web Remote) lets you find what you want faster by using voice commands to change channels, search for shows, get recommendations, and more. If

​Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I forward my email message to a text message on my XFINITY Mobile phone?​ ​ ​ ​Answer​ ​***Created by our Community***​ ​ ​ ​There are two ways to text an email to Xfinity phones besides plain old phone number texting.​ ​ ​ ​using: "[phone number]@​​vtext.com​​" works for stra

***Updated 6/29/2026*** Each Xfinity X1 TV Box has visible, forward-facing lights that behave differently depending on the status of the device. Learn what these lights mean on various X1 TV Box models. Note: Only RNG150 and XG1 TV Boxes have LED displays. Other X1 TV Box models (Xi3, Xi4, XiD, and

Depending on your Xfinity Voice plan, you can access to up to 11 of the most popular calling features: Three-way calling*Anonymous call rejection*Call forwarding*Call forwarding selective*Call return*Call screening*Call waitingCaller IDCaller ID blocking per callCaller ID with call waitingRepeat dia

Follow the troubleshooting tips below if you experience issues with your Xfinity Internet or WiFi connection. Using the Xfinity app from your mobile device, the Xfinity Assistant, or accessing xfinity.com from your computer provides the same troubleshooting a customer service agent does, but without

In this article, you can learn how to turn CC on or off on X1 and non-X1. Turn CC on or off using the Xfinity Voice Remote CC can now be turned on or off using the Xfinity Voice Remote. Press and hold the microphone (Mic) button, and say "closed captions on" or "closed captions off." Acquaint yourse

​ ​​Question:​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​I need to put my account on a hold as I will be away for an extended period of time. How do I know if I am eligible for a hold? If I am eligible, how do I set it up?​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​ ​​Answer:​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​ Xfinity makes it easy to put your services on hold Stay Connected to you

​***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

With Xfinity Voice, it's easy to make international phone calls with your home phone to over 200 countries. Make an international phone call For international calls outside of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP): Dial 011.Enter the country code.Dial the number. Note: Dial 0 or 00 for help conne

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 your remote control and n

Let's activate your new Xfinity Internet/Xfinity Voice service if you rent an Xfinity Gateway! If you don’t need instructions and are ready to act now, simply go to the Xfinity app on your Apple or Android device to get started. Remember: The xFi Fiber Gateway is only available through professional

The purpose of this document is meant to be a reference to IR (infrared) receiver locations on the lineup of XFINITY X1 Set-Top Boxes. Each type of STB will be listed with a picture of the device, a yellow marker indicating where the IR receiver is, and a brief description of the device along with i

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Typically, two pieces of equipment are required to connect to the internet and the WiFi network in your home: A modem connects your home to an Internet Service Provider's (e.g., Comcast's) network.A router connects your wired and wireless devices to your modem. The Xfinity Wir

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​If you are experiencing any problems with your Comcast internet connection, the suggestions below may provide some assistance with identifying and potentially resolving the issue. If you are still experiencing any connection issues after followi

***Updated 5/4/2026*** ​ Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I log into my Xfinity modem so I can manage my home network?​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Answer​ ​ ​ ​***Created by our​​ ​​Community Users***​ ​ ​​ ​​With a computer, phone, or tablet that’s connected to your network, open a web browser and go to the Admin Tool at ​​