Configure your firewall to work with Sonos

This article will describe how to properly configure your computer’s firewall software for use with Sonos. An unconfigured firewall can cause issues with your Sonos speakers, your music library, or other features like registration or system updates.

Change your firewall settings

Choose your firewall from the list below to see specific configuration steps.

Windows 10
macOS 10.11 and above
Kaspersky Internet / Total Security

McAfee Total Protection
Norton 360

If your firewall isn’t listed, make these adjustments in your firewall settings and then restart the Sonos application. For assistance finding these options, contact the firewall manufacturer.

• Set the Network or Profile Type to Private, Home, or Trusted.
• In the Program or Application rules, set the access for the Sonos application to Allowed.

Firewall ports that Sonos uses

Most firewalls, especially firewall and antivirus software, will work with Sonos without any extra configuration. If your firewall needs to be manually configured, make sure the ports listed below are open to the IP addresses of your Sonos products and inbound access is enabled for the Sonos application.

Domain exceptions

Some network firewalls can block certain domains and services that are required by the Sonos app. If these domains are blocked, the Sonos app may be missing features, have outdated menu options, or fail to receive in-app notifications or inbox messages.

These changes are usually only required on advanced networking and firewall configurations.

The following domains need to be added to the allow list in order for the Sonos app to have full functionality: