How to Change MAC Address on Windows 11
Changing your MAC address on Windows 11 means altering how your computer identifies itself on a local network, a process often called MAC spoofing.
Your MAC address, short for Media Access Control address, is like a unique serial number for your computer’s network hardware. It helps your device talk to other devices on the same network.
While the actual MAC address is built into the hardware, Windows 11 lets you use a different, temporary one for your network connection. This can be handy if you need to troubleshoot network issues or bypass certain network restrictions.
Change your MAC address in Windows 11 by opening Device Manager, navigating to your network adapter’s properties, and selecting “Locally Administered Address” under the Advanced tab. Enter a new 12-digit hexadecimal value in the Value box.
How to change your MAC address in 🪟 Windows 11
To change your MAC address in Windows 11, navigate to your computer’s settings and locate your network adapter details. This process involves a few steps to access the right area of Windows 11 where you can make the change. Follow along to learn how to change your MAC address in Windows 11.
First, open your settings. You can do this by pressing the Windows key + I on your keyboard or by clicking Start and then Settings.
Once the Settings window is open, click System on the left, then scroll down and click About on the right side of the screen.
In the About menu, look for Device Manager and click it to open a new window. 
In the Device Manager, find the section called Network adapters and click the small arrow next to it to see your hardware. Right-click the adapter you are currently using and select Properties. 
In the window that pops up, click the Advanced tab. In the Property box, scroll until you find ‘Locally Administered Address’ (this is the setting that lets you change the MAC address). Click on it, then select the Value box on the right. Type in your new 12-digit code, which will be a combination of numbers (0-9) and letters (A-F). 
Click OK to save your changes. To confirm your computer is using the new ID, open the Command Prompt and type the following command:
ipconfig /all
Summary
Changing your MAC address on Windows 11 can fix network problems by giving your computer a new digital ID, managed through Device Manager.
Can I manually change my MAC address?
Yes, you can manually change your MAC address on Windows 11. This is done by changing the settings of your network adapter. Windows 11 lets you assign a temporary, randomized MAC address instead of using the permanent one assigned by the manufacturer.
What happens if I change my PC MAC address?
When you change your PC's MAC address, it appears as a different device on your local network. This can help with network troubleshooting or bypass restrictions on some networks, as the network sees your computer as a new device each time.
How to permanently change MAC address in Windows?
Windows 11 allows you to change your MAC address temporarily or use a randomized one. A truly permanent change requires modifying the hardware itself, which is not possible through Windows settings. The changes you make in Windows are not permanent for the hardware.
How to change randomized MAC address in 🪟 Windows 11?
You can change the randomized MAC address in Windows 11 through your network adapter settings. Go to Device Manager, find your network adapter, open its properties, and look for the 'Network Address' option under the 'Advanced' tab to set a new one.
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