American government vs. TP-Link: Will the ban on routers and other devices pass?

Do you have TP-Link products at home? Then we have bad news for you. The USA has launched an investigation into this company, which controls 65% of the US router market. The reasons are serious national security concerns and possible cyber threats.

Your router may be a backdoor for hackers

Microsoft recently revealed that compromised TP-Link routers were used in ransomware attacks. Experts therefore warn against the slow resolution of security flaws, which can serve as an entry point for espionage, data theft, or infrastructure disruption.

TP-Link is no ordinary manufacturer — its routers occupy 6 out of the 10 top spots in the best-selling models on Amazon. The most popular models are the Archer AX21 and AX1800.

At the same time, key American departments — commerce, defense, and justice — have joined the investigation. American authorities are now examining whether the company sells devices below manufacturing costs, which could conflict with antitrust laws. The situation resembles the fate of other Chinese giants like Huawei and ZTE, who have already faced restrictions on the American market.

What does this mean for regular users?

A potential ban could dramatically change the router market and affect millions of households relying on affordable solutions. TP-Link responded with a statement highlighting its willingness to cooperate with authorities and prove their security practices meet standards.

So far, there is no reason to panic. The investigation is still ongoing, and TP-Link remains open to addressing all security challenges. Nevertheless, it's good to consider whether your router is regularly updated and whether you use all available security measures.