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+WLED is an open-source, DIY software. This means all services are hosted locally on your ESP8266.
+Because of this, you can only control your lights within your local (home) network.
+
+If you need to control WLED from anywhere (the public internet) you can do so in two ways:
+
+### 1. Use an Amazon Echo device
+If you have set up your Alexa device to control WLED, you can just use the Alexa App or another Echo device linked to your account to control your lights (on/off and brightness only)
+
+### 2. Create a Port Forwarding
+This method offers more flexibility, but is also more involved.
+**Keep in mind this causes anyone with your IP address to have access to your ESP8266!**
+Setting up an OTA lock password is a must to prevent attackers from acquiring your WiFi credentials!
+
+To expose WLED to the internet, create a port forwarding for your ESP's IP in your router configuration.
+If your public IP changes a lot, make sure to also use a dynamic DNS service so your lights are always accessible.
+__Unsure what any of this means or how to do it? Google for "<your router model> port forwarding"!_
+
+Additionally, this opens up many new possibilities for automation! You can use a service like [IFTTT](https://ifttt.com/) Webhooks to send automated WLED API calls that can do anything from turning on the lights at a set time to changing their color if you get a new email!