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WiFi Secure Shutdown | February 2025

You may have been contacted about the ending of support of the WiFi Secure product which you have included in your nbn Internet plan or added as a standalone option on top of your nbn Internet plan. In this article, we'll explain what this means for you.

What is WiFi Secure?

WiFi Secure was designed to automatically protect your family or business from malicious websites and smart device attacks by protecting all the devices connected to your compatible Optus modem.

Why the change?

McAfee®, who provides the software behind WiFi Secure, is removing support from 30 March 2026. Therefore, Optus will be required to remove this product from market and shut it down for all existing customers.

Customers with a standalone WiFi Secure add-on

If you have the $5/mth WiFi Secure added on top of your existing nbn Internet plan, from 18 March 2026, WiFi Secure will be deactivated on your account and removed from your monthly bill.

Customers with WiFi Secure bundled on an nbn Internet plan

If you have WiFi Secure included in your existing nbn Internet plan, WiFi Secure will be deactivated on your account from 18 March 2026. 

Currently, Wi-Fi Secure appears on your bill/invoice as a $5 charge with a corresponding $5 credit. From 18 March 2026, both the charge and the credit will be removed from your bill/invoice. This change will therefore not affect your monthly plan fee, which will remain the same.


Here's a list of all nbn plans that are impacted by the WiFi Secure shutdown. Unsure what plan you're on? View your plan details here.
Plan Name Plan ID
Internet Family Entertainer (Aug23) 36795894
Internet Family Entertainer (Feb 22) 35489704
Internet Family Entertainer Fast (Aug23) 36777954
Internet Family Entertainer Fast (Feb 22) 35489714
Internet Family Entertainer Superfast (Aug23) 36779664
Internet Family Entertainer Superfast (Oct22) 35929694
Internet Family Entertainer Ultrafast (Aug23) 36781204
Internet Family Entertainer Ultrafast (Oct22) 35931234
Internet Ultimate (Aug21) 35287694
Internet Ultimate (Nov 20) 33500883
Internet Ultimate 100 (Nov 20) 33500913
Internet Ultimate Fast (Aug21) 35287724
Optus Plus Family Entertainer Fast nbn (Aug23) 36788144
Optus Plus Family Entertainer Fast nbn (Mar 22) 33796733
Optus Plus Family Entertainer nbn (Aug23) 36794294
Optus Plus Family Entertainer nbn (Mar 22) 33796673
Optus Plus Family Entertainer nbn (new May23) 36713144
Optus Plus Family Entertainer SF nbn (Aug23) 36789924
Optus Plus Family Entertainer SF nbn (Oct22) 36090074
Optus Plus Family Entertainer UF nbn (Aug23) 36791344
Optus Plus Family Entertainer UF nbn (Oct22) 36090084
Optus Plus Ultimate Fast nbn (new Mar 22) 33828263
Optus Plus Ultimate nbn (new Mar 22) 33829413
Optus Plus Family Entertainer Fast nbn (Jul24-FC) 37603784
Optus Plus Family Entertainer nbn (Sep23) 36945104
Internet Family Entertainer Fast (Jul24-FC) 37600364
Internet Family Entertainer (new May23) 36695434
Internet Family Entertainer (Sep23) 36940634
Business Internet 100/40 Professional (Aug23) 36856914
Business Internet 50/20 Professional (Aug23) 36858274
Business Internet Plus 100/40 Professional (Nov22) 36097554
Business Internet Plus 50/20 Professional (Mar23) 36238264
Business Internet Plus SF Professional (Mar23) 36238374
Business Internet Plus UF Professional (Mar23) 36239774
Business Internet SF Professional (Aug23) 36859664
Business Internet UF Professional (Aug23) 36860994
Optus Plus Business Internet 100/40 Prof (Nov23) 37034604
Optus Plus Business Internet 50/20 Prof (Nov23) 37032524
Optus Plus Business Internet SF Prof (Nov23) 37036224
Optus Plus Business Internet UF Prof (Nov23) 37037844
Optus Plus Business Internet 500/200 Prof (Nov23) 37234544
Optus Plus Business Internet 1000/400 Prof (Nov23) 37234554
Optus Plus Business Internet 250/100 Prof (Nov23) 37234534
Business Internet 500/200 Professional (Nov23) 37243954
Business Internet 1000/400 Professional (Nov23) 37243964
Business Internet 250/100 Professional (Nov23) 37243894

What are my next steps?

To discuss the options we have available to you, or if you have any questions about this change, please contact us via My Optus app or call 133 937. For Business customers, please call 133343. 

If you are on one of the listed plans above and want to change or cancel your plan before 18 March 2026 because of this change, we'll waive any applicable cancellation fees (including waiving the requirement to pay out any applicable remaining device payments). However, any other outstanding fees (such as any remaining access fees) will apply. 

If we don't hear from you, your monthly access fee will continue to apply from your next payment cycle.

FAQs

Do I need to reboot my modem when WiFi Secure is removed from my account?

If you find that you are having any issues with your connection after WiFi Secure is removed from your account, a simple modem reboot should be all you need to get your connection working again. If connection issues persist please reach out to us via My Optus App or call 133 937.

I’m currently under financial stress, is there a hardship process?

We understand that unexpected events and expenses can make it difficult to keep up with regular payments. If you're experiencing financial hardship, please message us.

You can also read more about our financial hardship policy.

Will inclusions in my plan change?

Other than the removal of WiFi Secure, all your other existing inclusions and / or selected add-ons will remain the same.

If you decide to recontract because of the WiFi Secure removal, we'll waive any applicable cancellation fees if you choose to move to another plan before 18 March 2026.

Is there an alternative product recommended to replace WiFi Secure?

There are a number of well‑established cyber‑security solutions available in the market that may be suitable, depending on your needs. While we do not recommend a specific product, we do recommend researching reputable cyber‑security providers online to explore available services and features.

Is there another plan that could suit me better?

Possibly. You are welcome to browse our current Home Internet offers.

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