# Shelly Smart Plug
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### **Step 1: Download the Shelly App**
* Open the **App Store (iOS)** or **Google Play Store (Android)**.
* Search for **Shelly Cloud** and download the app.
* Open the app and create an account or log in.
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### **Step 2: Plug in the Shelly Smart Plug**
* Plug the Shelly Smart Plug into a power outlet.
* Ensure the **LED indicator is flashing** (the plug is in setup mode).
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### **Step 3: Connect Shelly to Wi-Fi**
* Open the **Shelly Cloud** app.
* Tap the **+ icon** or **Add Device**.
* Select the Shelly Smart Plug from the list of nearby devices.
* The app will prompt you to connect to Shelly’s temporary Wi-Fi network:
* Go to your phone’s **Wi-Fi settings** and connect to the network starting with **ShellyPlug-xxxxxx**.
* Return to the Shelly app.
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### **Step 4: Configure Wi-Fi Settings**
* Select your **home Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz)** in the app.
* Enter your **Wi-Fi password** and let the plug connect (this might take a few seconds).
* The app will confirm once the plug is connected to your home network.
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### **Step 5: Name Your Device**
* Give the Shelly Smart Plug a name, e.g., "Living Room Plug" or "Coffee Maker".
* Save the changes.
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### **Step 6: Set Up Automation (Optional)**
Using the Shelly app, you can:
* Set **timers or schedules**.
* Monitor **power consumption**.
* Create **scenes or automations** with other Shelly devices.
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### **Step 7: Integrate with Voice Assistants (Optional)**
To control the Shelly Smart Plug using Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa:
1. Open the **Google Home** or **Amazon Alexa** app.
2. Add the **Shelly Cloud skill or service**.
3. Link your Shelly account.
4. Your Shelly Smart Plug will now be discoverable and controllable via voice commands.
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### **Troubleshooting Tips**
* Ensure your phone is connected to a **2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network** during setup (not 5 GHz).
* If the plug doesn’t appear during setup, reset the device by unplugging it or holding the reset button until the LED indicator starts flashing again.
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## **How to Find the API Key and MAC Address for Shelly Smart Plugs**
1. Create an account at [**Shelly Cloud**](https://control.shelly.cloud/).
2. Add your device.
3. Go to **User Settings** and find the **Authorization Cloud Key**.
4. Expand the **Authorization Cloud Key** section and click the blue **Get Key** button to retrieve your API key.
5. To find the **MAC Address**:
* Determine the device’s **IP address** (default: `192.168.33.1`).
* If it’s not the default, check the IP in the **Shelly Cloud** app.
* Open a web browser and enter the IP in the format: `https://192.168.x.x`.
* In the web interface, click the **Wi-Fi icon** in the top-right corner to view the MAC address.
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## **Linking and Registering Your Energy Gateway with Fry Networks**
1. After completing setup, register your device on the [**Fry Networks Dashboard**](https://dashboard.frynetworks.com) and link it via the **⚙️ Settings** icon to activate participation in the network.
For detailed step-by-step instructions on registering and verifying your gateway, refer to the [**Registration Guide**](/docs/dashboard/registration.md).
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