Learn how to set up a secure guest Wi-Fi network in UniFi using the UniFi Controller (Dream Router, UDM, UDM-SE, etc.). This tutorial walks through the full process — from creating a virtual network to configuring Wi-Fi settings and enabling a hotspot/captive portal. In this hands-on guide, you’ll learn: ✅ How to create a virtual network for guests ✅ VLAN and IP address settings explained ✅ Guest vs. Isolated access mode ✅ Custom DNS options ✅ How to create a new SSID (Wi-Fi network) ✅ Optional: Enable a hotspot captive portal with branding 🧠 Bonus: We also show where to find guest network firewall rules in UniFi’s Policy Engine. 📌 Works with: UniFi Dream Router (UDR) UniFi Dream Machine (UDM/UDM-SE) UniFi access points and switches ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Setup Overview 00:14 – Virtual Network Setup for Guest 00:46 – Guest vs Isolated Mode 01:12 – Subnet and DNS Settings 01:31 – Creating the Guest Wi-Fi SSID 02:01 – Firewall Rules and Policy Engine 02:30 – How to Enable Captive Portal (Hotspot) 02:51 – Branding the Portal Page 03:13 – Wrap-Up & Support Info Learn more about how we can help your business: Website: Follow us on socials YouTube: @fort44inc Instagram: Facebook: X: