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How to disable IPv6 on macOS

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This guide will show you how to disable IPv6 address support on your macOS device manually.

 

  1. Click the Apple logo and then System Preferences...

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  2. On the preferences window, click Network.

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  3. Select the first network connection you see listed on the left-hand side (usually Ethernet or Wi-Fi), then click the Advanced button.

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  4. Go to the TCP/IP tab at the top. Besides Configure IPv6, set it to Off. If you do not have this option, select Link-local Only.

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  5. Click OK to apply changes. If you connect to a different network type (Wi-Fi, for example), repeat this process with the new network.

Congratulations - you have successfully disabled IPv6 on your macOS device! 

 

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