GL.iNet GoodCloud¶
Contents¶
- Introduction
- Bind Devices to Cloud
- Manage Devices
- Remote Access
- Modify Settings
- Email Alarm
- Site to Site
- GoodCloud and VPN
- View Logs
- Disable Cloud
- Delete Account
Introduction¶
GL.iNet GoodCloud is a platform designed to simplify the remote deployment and management of connected devices. It provides an easy way to remotely access and manage GL.iNet routers. By centralizing network devices on the cloud, users can efficiently perform batch management tasks, such as deploying network configurations and performing software upgrades. They can also remotely access the router's web Admin Panel or connect to the router's terminal via SSH, achieving cross-regional and end-to-end network device management.
With GoodCloud, you can:
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Check the router's real-time status
- Monitor online-offline status
- View real-time RAM usage and load average
- Receive email alerts for online-offline status changes
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Set up routers remotely
- configure router settings (e.g. SSID and password)
- Remote SSH access
- Remote access to the WebUI
- Share router access with others
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Monitor connected clients remotely
- View devices connected to your network
- Monitor real-time traffic and block clients
- Receive email alerts for new connections and block events
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Perform batch operations
- Batch reboot
- Batch firmware upgrade
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Establish Site-to-Site connectivity
- Virtual Office: Extend your office network to other branch offices
- Business Travel: Remotely access office systems (e.g., OA, CRM, MySQL)
- Smart Home: Remotely access home devices (e.g., IP cameras, NAS)
If you need to manage multiple devices and unlock advanced features like bulk operations, multi-account management, and customized solutions, choose our value-added plans. Click here for details, and feel free to reach out to support@gl-inet.com.
Bind Devices to Cloud¶
Select the corresponding section for device binding steps based on the firmware version of your device.
For firmware v4.6 or earlier¶
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Enable GoodCloud.
Log in to your router's web Admin Panel and navigate to APPLICATIONS -> GoodCloud. Toggle the switch to enable GoodCloud.
Enable Remote SSH and Remote Web Access if needed, select the nearest server, read and agree the Terms of Service & Privacy Policy, then click Apply.
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Remote SSH: For remotely accessing the router's terminal over SSH from GoodCloud platform.
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Remote Web Access: For remotely accessing the router's web Admin Panel over HTTP/HTTPS from GoodCloud platform.
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Data Server: Please choose the server nearest to your device's location. There are three options: Asia Pacific (Japan), America (Oregon), and Europe (Ireland).
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Sign up an account.
Visit the GoodCloud, sign up and log in.
If you do not receive the verification email, check your spam folder or wait a few minutes and try again. Please email support@gl-inet.com for further assistance.
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Add devices.
On the Cloud platform, navigate to Devices -> Bound Devices -> Add Devices.
There are three methods to bind device to your GoodCloud account: Auto Discover, Manually Add, and Bulk Import.
Auto Discover
You may try Auto discover if your router and the device used to access GoodCloud website are on the same network.
Select your device from the drop-down list, and input the DDNS / Device ID, which can be found at the bottom of your router, or on the GoodCloud page in the web Admin Panel.
Please refer to this link to find the Device ID.
Manually Add
If your device is not in the list, click Manually add and input the details of your router. All information requested can be found at the bottom of the router, or on the GoodCloud page in the web Admin Panel.
Bulk Import
Bulk Import is designed for users managing a large number of devices. You can import multiple devices via a Microsoft Excel file.
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Binding details.
After successful binding, return to the router's web Admin Panel and navigate to APPLICATIONS -> GoodCloud. This page displays the binding details, including username and binding time.
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Unbind device.
If you want to unbind your router, log in to the router's web Admin Panel, navigate to APPLICATION -> GoodCloud and click Unbind.
Alternatively, you can remove the device from the Bound Devices list on the GoodCloud platform. The router web admin panel will synchronize to display the latest binding status.
If you encounter any difficulties, please email support@gl-inet.com for assistance.
For firmware v4.7 to v4.9¶
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Enable GoodCloud.
Log in to your router's web Admin Panel and navigate to CLOUD SERVICE -> GoodCloud.
Click the Get Started button, and a Cloud Service pop-up window will appear in the upper right corner. Click Enable.
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Log in to bind your device.
If you don't have an account, sign up for one and log in. Once registration is complete, the router will be automatically bound to your account.
If you do not receive the verification email, check your spam folder or wait a few minutes and try again. Please email support@gl-inet.com for further assistance.
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Binding details.
After successful binding, return to the router's web Admin Panel, click on the Cloud icon in the upper right corner and you will see the binding details, including the username, binding time, Device ID, Device MAC and Device S/N.
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Enable Remote Access.
In the web Admin Panel, navigate to CLOUD SERVICES -> GoodCloud, and you can enable the remote access for your router.
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Remote SSH: For remotely accessing the router's terminal over SSH from GoodCloud platform.
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Remote Web Access: For remotely accessing the router's web Admin Panel over HTTP/HTTPS from GoodCloud platform.
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View Logs: It will show API call logs by GoodCloud.
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Unbind device.
If you want to unbind your router, log in to the router's web Admin Panel. Click the cloud icon in the upper right corner, and click Unbind.
Alternatively, you can remove the device from the Bound Devices list on the GoodCloud platform. The router web admin panel will synchronize to display the latest binding status.
If you encounter any difficulties, please email support@gl-inet.com for assistance.
For firmware v4.10 and above¶
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Enable GoodCloud.
Log in to your router's web Admin Panel, navigate to CLOUD SERVICE -> GoodCloud and click Get Started.
You will be directed to the GL.iNet Account page. Click Bind GL.iNet Account via URL.
In the pop-up window, click Continue. You will be redirected to the GoodCloud website to complete the binding.
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Log in to bind your device.
Log in to your GL.iNet account. If you don't have an account, sign up for one and log in.
After logging in, confirm your account and device information, including Device ID, model and MAC address. Customize a device name and click Bind, then the router will be bound to your account.
If you do not receive the verification email, check your spam folder or wait a few minutes and try again. Please email support@gl-inet.com for further assistance.
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Binding details.
After successful binding, return to the router's web Admin Panel and navigate to CLOUD SERVICES -> GoodCloud. This page displays a redirect entry to the GoodCloud platform, device identity details, and recent cloud logs.
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Remote Access.
In firmware v4.10, the remote access for router's web Admin Panel and terminal will be enabled by default once the router is bound to GoodCloud.
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Unbind device.
If you want to unbind your router, log in to the router's web Admin Panel and go to CLOUD SERVICES -> GL.iNet Account. Click Unbind..
Alternatively, you can remove the device from the Bound Devices list on the GoodCloud platform. The router web admin panel will synchronize to display the latest binding status.
If you encounter any difficulties, please email support@gl-inet.com for assistance.
Manage Devices¶
System info and actions¶
On the GoodCloud -> Bound Devices, you can view the system information (e.g., model, version, MAC address, IP address) and status (e.g., online, offline) of all devices bound to your account.
Select a device, then you can perform actions in the upper right corner, such as modifying settings, updating firmware, remote accessing the device, rebooting, or resetting.
Click the gear icon on the far right of the list header, and you can customize the display of columns and their order to focus on the device information that matters most.
Device details¶
On the GoodCloud -> Bound Devices, click a device name, and you will be redirected to the device details page, where it displays the router's basic info, statistical data, network settings, clients list, etc.
Basic info¶
Statistics¶
Network settings¶
This page displays your router's network configurations and Wi-Fi settings.
Clients list¶
Remote Access¶
On the GoodCloud -> Bound Devices, click the name of the device you want to access to enter the details page, then you will see remote actions in the upper right corner.
Remote GUI¶
Click Remote GUI to remotely access your router's web Admin Panel.
If this option is grayed out or unavailable, it is likely that this feature is disabled. Please enable it in the router's web Admin Panel first before accessing it via GoodCloud.
If this option is clickable but unresponsive, try using your browser's incognito/inPrivate mode.
Remote SSH¶
Click Remote SSH to remotely access your router's terminal over SSH.
If this option is grayed out or unavailable, it is likely that this feature is disabled. Please enable it in the router's web Admin Panel first before accessing it via GoodCloud.
If this option is clickable but unresponsive, try using your browser's incognito/inPrivate mode.
Modify Settings¶
You can configure multiple parameters for a single device or multiple devices.
On the GoodCloud -> Bound Devices, select the device you want to configure, and in the upper right corner, click Settings -> Modify Settings.
Here you can check and modify the router's network settings, including wireless, Ethernet, security, port forwarding, LAN and system settings.
Email Alarm¶
You can set up an email alarm when the device status changes (online/offline) or new clients connect.
On the GoodCloud -> Notifications, click the Add Rule button in the upper right corner.
Select the device you want to monitor, and click Next.
Select the trigger event, such as device online/offline status, and click Next.
Check the rule settings, and click Apply.
In the Notifications list, you can view the alert rules you've created. Individual users are limited to creating one alert rule. If you require bulk device management, feel free to contact us to upgrade your plan.
Site to Site¶
Please refer to GoodCloud Site to Site.
GoodCloud and VPN¶
If you enable GoodCloud and VPN client at the same time on your router, the connection between the router and the GoodCloud server will not go through the VPN by default. This ensures a more stable connection to GoodCloud services.
However, if you want the GoodCloud connection to go through the VPN, you can change this settings in the router's web Admin Panel. Navigate to VPN -> VPN Dashboard -> VPN Client -> Options, and enable the option "Services from GL.iNet Use VPN".
Note that routing GoodCloud through VPN may affect the stability of the cloud connection, especially if:
- The VPN connection is unstable
- The VPN provider filters or blocks GoodCloud traffic
- The VPN adds significant latency to the connection
It is generally recommended to keep the default settings where GoodCloud bypasses the VPN for optimal performance and reliability.
View Logs¶
You can view GoodCloud logs as needed, including Activity Logs, Device Logs, Upgrade Logs, Alert Logs, and Device Settings Logs.
On the GoodCloud -> Logs, and select the logs you want to view from the drop-down list.
Disable Cloud¶
If you no longer wish to have your device connected to the cloud platform, you can disable cloud service in the router's web Admin Panel.
For firmware v4.6 or earlier
Log in to your router's web Admin Panel, navigate to APPLICATIONS -> GoodCloud, toggle the switch to disable GoodCloud, and click Apply
Once disabled, the interface will display as follows.
For firmware v4.7 or later
Log in to your router's web Admin Panel, and click the cloud icon in the top right corner.
Once disabled, the interface will display as follows.
Delete Account¶
For security reasons, you may delete your account if it is no longer in use.
On the GoodCloud platform, click the user name in the top right corner and select Personal Center. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click Delete Account.
Note
Deletion will permanently erase all related services, data, and personal information with no option for recovery.
If your account belongs to any organization, please leave all organizations first before deleting your account.
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