WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management.
Wireless security and management, unified.
WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management is a cloud-based subscription for managing access points and securing wireless networks.
It runs inside WatchGuard Cloud alongside your firewalls, MFA, and endpoint security, with built-in WIPS to catch rogue
APs, no extra hardware required.
WatchGuard Cloud (unified with firewall + endpoint)
Security
Built-in WIPS with rogue AP detection
Access Points
AP130, AP330, AP430CR, and more
Licensing
Per-AP annual subscription
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Specifications
USP Wi-Fi Management at a Glance
Unified Platform
USP Wi-Fi Management runs inside WatchGuard Cloud, the same portal where you manage Firebox firewalls, AuthPoint MFA, and endpoint security. You get a single pane of glass for your full security stack, with no separate wireless controller or dashboard to maintain.
Built-in WIPS
Wireless Intrusion Prevention is included with every USP Wi-Fi Management subscription. It continuously scans for rogue access points and automatically contains them before they can be used for attacks. No additional hardware overlay is required.
Smart RF and QoS
Automatic radio frequency optimization adjusts channel selection and transmit power across your AP deployment to reduce interference and maintain consistent coverage. Band steering pushes capable clients to 5 GHz, and QoS policies prioritize business-critical traffic.
Captive Portal and Guest Access
Deploy branded captive portals for guest and visitor Wi-Fi in minutes from WatchGuard Cloud. Segment guest traffic from your internal network without extra appliances or complex VLAN configurations.
Not sure which USP Wi-Fi Management tier fits your deployment?
Subscriptions are priced per access point, with 1, 3, and 5-year terms available. Compare options side by side to match your AP count and budget.
WatchGuard USP Wi-Fi Management is a cloud-based subscription service for managing WatchGuard access points and securing wireless networks. It is part of WatchGuard's Unified Security Platform, which means Wi-Fi management runs in the same WatchGuard Cloud portal used for firewalls, multi-factor authentication, and endpoint security. The subscription includes wireless intrusion prevention, captive portal, band steering, QoS policies, and rogue AP detection, all without requiring a separate on-premises wireless controller.
USP Wi-Fi Management supports the current WatchGuard access point lineup, including the AP130 for small offices, the AP330 for mid-size deployments, and the AP430CR for high-density or outdoor environments. WatchGuard regularly adds support for new AP models. Contact our team for a current compatibility list and to confirm which AP is the right fit for your site requirements.
Wireless Intrusion Prevention System, or WIPS, is included in the USP Wi-Fi Management subscription at no extra cost. Each managed access point continuously scans the RF environment for unauthorized devices. When a rogue AP is identified, the system can automatically contain it by sending de-authentication frames to prevent clients from associating with it. Alerts and event logs are visible in WatchGuard Cloud so your team can review and respond to wireless threats in context alongside other security events.
Yes. That is a core design goal of the Unified Security Platform. WatchGuard Cloud is a single portal where admins configure and monitor Firebox firewalls, AuthPoint MFA, WatchGuard EPDR endpoint security, and USP Wi-Fi Management together. You can apply network policies, review security events, and manage users across all products without switching between separate consoles or management servers.
USP Wi-Fi Management is licensed on a per-access-point, per-year basis. You purchase one subscription seat for each physical WatchGuard AP you want to manage through WatchGuard Cloud. Subscriptions are available in 1, 3, and 5-year terms. The license covers all platform features including WIPS, captive portal, Smart RF, QoS, and cloud management. Hardware and subscription are sold separately.
Ready to bring your wireless under unified management?
Our certified WatchGuard team can help you size a USP Wi-Fi Management subscription for your AP count, confirm hardware compatibility, and get you a quote today.
