{"id":4744,"date":"2024-02-20T01:09:11","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T01:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/netlinkpulse.com\/?p=4744"},"modified":"2024-02-20T01:09:13","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T01:09:13","slug":"what-is-starlink-app","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/netlinkpulse.com\/what-is-starlink-app\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Starlink App: Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is the Starlink app, and how does it help us with Starlink satellite internet?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Starlink app is very important for all users because you need it to set up and position your dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from that, the app is very helpful for every part of the setup, with tools that run speed tests, check network status, look at your connected devices, and so much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will take a full tour of the Starlink app and show how you can use it to ensure the best performance of your internet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The app is pretty much the same on both iOS and Android systems, so you don\u2019t have to worry about that.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description of the Starlink App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Apart from the components of the Starlink kit, getting the Starlink app is just as important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can download it from the Google Play Store<\/a> or the Apple App Store. The app acts as a control center for your satellite internet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the app, you can create a Starlink account, get assistance on how to set up the dish, and get resources that are not usually on the SpaceX website, like shopping for Starlink accessories<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want the same options on your PC, go to dishy.starlink.com and log in there. However, the browser version is not always updated like the phone app, so you may not see some features. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another reason why people prefer using the phone app is because it is possible to control every feature with the touch of a phone! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can change your settings and look at your network. While you can reset your router<\/a> from the app, you must still be connected to your Starlink router to start everything back up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Managing Starlink Through the App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned above, you can use the app to manage all your Starlink settings. On the main screen of the app, you would see the status of your internet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it is working correctly, the status will show \u2018online.\u2019 If you just put the dish on, it will take a while for the dish to find Starlink satellites<\/a>. The status will say \u2018offline and searching,\u2019 so give it some time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are connected to the WiFi and the status still says offline or disconnected for a long time, double-check the cables. If you are still experiencing issues, you can contact Starlink support by submitting a ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"satellite<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

(satellite internet)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visibility <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The visibility section of the app shows you obstructions that may be in the way of the dish, preventing it from performing at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 It takes 12 hours to gather data to give you accurate information, so be patient and wait a while. You can use this page to monitor obstructions, especially in an area with tall trees and objects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the map, blue markings mean a clear view of the satellites and red means that the dish is blocked.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the visibility page, you can quickly troubleshoot any issues from obstructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want more assistance in aligning your dish for a perfect view, you can use the camera mode at the height of your dish to look at the field of vision for the dish. This ensures that the dish is seeing many satellites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"WiFi<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

(WiFi router)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In this section, you can look at various statistics of your network, like latency, throughput<\/a>, and network consistency. Let\u2019s look into this a little more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n