What is Wi-Fi Alliance certification?

Wi-Fi Alliance certification is a certification service provided by the Wi-Fi Alliance to ensure that wireless devices meet specific Wi-Fi technical standards, provide a good user experience, and are compatible with other Wi-Fi Alliance certified devices. The Wi-Fi Alliance is a global non-profit organization composed of hundreds of companies, aiming to promote Wi-Fi technology and ensure product interoperability. The certification program includes a series of tests on WLAN products, involving multiple aspects such as performance, security, and interoperability. Products certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance can ensure that users have a consistent wireless network experience worldwide. The Wi-Fi Alliance offers a variety of certification programs, including but not limited to:
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™: Verifies whether the device meets the basic requirements of the 802.11 wireless standard.
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6™: Specifically certifies the latest 802.11ax standard.
Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA): Involves security certification for wireless networks.
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED EasyMesh™: Used to test the network coordination performance between multiple routers or access points. Devices certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance can display the Wi-Fi Alliance logo on their products, which signals to consumers that the product has undergone rigorous testing and can work well with other Wi-Fi devices. For manufacturers, this certification helps enhance the product's credibility and competitiveness in the market.