Glow-worm NAT / Port or Firewall Blocking

Thermostat shows strong Wi‑Fi signal but app reports device offline

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Possible Causes

Router blocking outbound ports used by thermostat, Double NAT with mesh or 4G router, VPN or advanced firewall rules, ISP‑level restrictions

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Network configuration only; no electrical work.

Steps:

  • Reboot the router and thermostat to refresh connections.
  • Disable any VPN or advanced firewall rules temporarily to test connectivity.
  • If using a 4G/5G router or CGNAT connection, check with your ISP whether outbound connections required by Glow‑worm devices are allowed.
  • Place the thermostat in the router's DMZ or create an outbound allow rule for its IP as a test (consult router manual).

Remedy:

  • If the device comes online when restrictions are lifted, adjust firewall rules permanently to allow the thermostat’s traffic.
  • If still offline, contact Glow‑worm support with router model and network details.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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