Schedule Router Restart with a Smart Plug

The Problem

You forget to restart your router. It runs for months and gets progressively slower.

The Hack

Plug your router into a smart plug ($10). Set a schedule: power off at 4:00 AM, power on at 4:02 AM, once per week.

Why It Works

Automated weekly restarts clear accumulated memory issues, refresh connections, and maintain peak performance without any manual effort.

Pro Tips

• Set it for a time nobody is using the internet — 3-4 AM
• 2-minute off period is enough to fully clear memory
• Amazon Smart Plug, Kasa, or Wyze all work
• This is what IT departments do with enterprise equipment