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How to disable or disconnect ADB over WiFi

ADB over Wi-Fi leaves your device open to remote connections, which can be a security risk on untrusted networks. Disabling it restores the traditional USB debugging mode and ensures that your device remains secure.


1 Revert to USB Debugging

        Connect via USB: If your device is currently connected over Wi-Fi, reattach the USB cable. This initial connection is essential to safely switch debugging modes.

          Open Terminal/Command Prompt:  Launch your terminal or command prompt on your computer.

           Switch Back to USB Mode: Enter the following command

                    adb usb

        2. Disconnect the Wireless Session

            If you’re still in a Wi-Fi debugging session, you can explicitly disconnect by running

                  adb disconnect [Your Device's IP Address]:5555

            Replace [Your Device's IP Address] with the actual IP that your device was using for the wireless session.

        3. Disable Wireless Debugging in Developer Options

    • On your Android device, navigate to Settings > System > Developer Options.
    • Look for Wireless Debugging (or “ADB over network” in some versions) and toggle it off.

        4. Restart ADB Server (Optional)

               For added assurance, you can restart the ADB server:

                    adb kill-server 

                    adb start-server

                This ensures all previous Wi-Fi sessions are terminated and that ADB is now strictly using USB.




Known Issues and Considerations

When It Will Work

• Device Still Connected via USB: Disabling Wi-Fi mode works best when the device is physically connected via USB, ensuring that commands are executed reliably.

• Stable ADB Environment: If your computer and device are on a trusted network and you’ve successfully authenticated via USB, the transition back to USB mode should be smooth.

• Post-Setup Verification: Running adb devices after disabling confirms that only USB connections are active, which indicates a successful transition.

When It May Not Work

• Lost USB Connection: If your USB connection is unstable or gets disconnected during the process, you might not be able to issue commands to revert the mode.

• System Reboots or Network Changes: In some cases, especially on older devices or certain Android versions, the wireless ADB might re-enable itself after a reboot or when a network change occurs.

• Developer Options Reset: Some custom ROMs or device configurations might reset developer settings upon restart. In such cases, you may need to re-navigate to Developer Options and manually disable wireless debugging again.

• Firewall or Network Restrictions: Certain network settings or firewall rules might interfere with the disconnection commands, requiring additional troubleshooting steps such as restarting the ADB server.


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