Bridge & your devices · The Bridge app on your PC

Should I allow Bridge through Windows Firewall?

Short answer: Yes. Allow SS Bridge on Private networks when Windows Firewall asks; otherwise your Mac may not find the PC on your Wi-Fi. If you missed the prompt, allow it in Windows Security's firewall settings.

Yes — allow SS Bridge on Private networks when Windows asks. Without that, your Mac may not be able to find the PC on your home or office Wi-Fi.

If you dismissed the prompt, open Windows Security's firewall settings, allow SS Bridge through the firewall for Private networks, and make sure your Wi-Fi is set as a Private network in Windows.

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