{"id":2046,"date":"2023-11-17T08:38:39","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T08:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/?p=2046"},"modified":"2023-11-17T08:38:44","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T08:38:44","slug":"wemo-smart-plug-connection-issues-alexa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/wemo-smart-plug-connection-issues-alexa\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Ways To Fix Wemo Smart Plug Connection Issues with Alexa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Wemo Smart Plug <\/strong>is a popular smart home device<\/strong> that allows you to control lamps, fans, and other electronics using your voice with Alexa. However, sometimes issues arise where Alexa cannot discover or control the Wemo Smart Plug<\/strong>. Here are some troubleshooting tips to help get your Wemo Smart Plug working properly with Alexa again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 Ensure the Smart Plug is Properly Set Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step is to ensure your Wemo Smart Plug is properly set up on both the Device and the Wemo app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Verify the Smart Plug is plugged in, the light on the plug is on, and it’s connected to your wifi network. You can check this in the Wemo app under “My Devices.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ensure the Smart Plug firmware is up to date by checking for updates in the Wemo app. Older firmware can cause connectivity issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Delete the Device from the Wemo app and repeat the setup process, following all steps. This will force a fresh connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • As part of the setup, you’ll need to enable the Skill in your Alexa app and link your Wemo account. Double-check this is enabled in the Alexa Skills menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • If you have multiple smart home hubs like SmartThings or Wink, remove any connections to Wemo devices first. Alexa needs clarification if trying to access the plug through multiple hubs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • When adding the Smart Plug in the Wemo app, allow access for the Wemo skill in Alexa. Check permissions are enabled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Following this setup process closely is crucial to establish a clear connection between the Wemo plug, the Wemo app, and Alexa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    #2 Rediscover Devices in the Alexa App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If your Wemo Smart Plug shows as set up properly in the Wemo app, but Alexa is still having issues, try rediscovering devices in the Alexa app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Open the Alexa app and go to Devices > + > Add Device<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Select the Wemo skill when prompted<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Alexa will search and pair any compatible Wemo devices it finds on your network, including the Smart Plug.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Sometimes, rediscovering tricks Alexa into repairing the connection. Be sure to allow Alexa time to fully search for and connect to any devices it finds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • If rediscovery doesn’t work the first time, try uninstalling the Wemo skill completely and re-enable it from scratch. Then rediscover.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • You can also try rediscovering from the Wemo app directly. This forces the app to push your device info back into Alexa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • In the Alexa app, be sure to specify the exact room the Wemo plug is located in. This helps Alexa ID the Device correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Carefully re-linking the Wemo Smart Plug often resolves elusive connectivity glitches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        #3 Power Cycle the Smart Plug<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Power cycling the Smart Plug forces it to reconnect from scratch, which can resolve software glitches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n