fritz.box
fritz.box is the branded login URL for AVM Fritz!Box routers. It resolves to 192.168.178.1 through the router's DNS resolver, loading the Fritz!OS admin interface. Fritz!Box is the dominant home router brand in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
fritz.box is the branded login URL for AVM Fritz!Box routers, the dominant home networking brand in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. When you type this address into a browser, the router’s DNS resolver maps it to the default IP address 192.168.178.1, which sits on an unusual subnet compared to the 192.168.1.1 range that other brands use. The Fritz!OS admin interface loads, providing full control over internet settings, telephony, smart home devices, and network configuration. AVM has sold over 50 million Fritz!Box units, and the brand holds a market share above 60 percent in Germany.
How to Access fritz.box
To reach fritz.box, connect your device to the Fritz!Box using Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable plugged into a LAN port. Open a web browser and type fritz.box in the address bar. The Fritz!OS login page appears with a single password field.
Fritz!Box routers do not use a username. Enter the admin password printed on the label on the bottom of the router or on the card included in the box. Each Fritz!Box ships with a unique password. There is no universal default.
Fritz!OS provides a full interface covering internet connection settings, Wi-Fi configuration, DECT telephony, smart home device management, and VPN. The interface is available in German and English, with the language selectable from the login page.
AVM does not offer a dedicated app for local router management in the way other brands do. The MyFRITZ! app focuses on telephony and smart home features. For full admin access, the browser interface at fritz.box remains the primary method.
When fritz.box Does Not Work
fritz.box depends on the Fritz!Box handling DNS for your network. Five common issues can prevent resolution.
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Custom DNS settings on your device bypass the router. If your computer or phone uses Cloudflare (1.1.1.1), Google (8.8.8.8), or another public DNS, the Fritz!Box never sees the DNS query. Public servers do not know what fritz.box means. Set DNS back to automatic.
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Another device on the network handles DNS. In setups with a Pi-hole or custom DHCP server, the Fritz!Box may not be the DNS authority. Add a manual DNS entry for fritz.box pointing to 192.168.178.1 on your DNS server.
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A VPN is active on your device. VPN software routes DNS queries through the tunnel, bypassing local resolution. Disconnect the VPN before accessing the login portal.
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The browser adds https:// automatically. Fritz!OS serves the admin panel over HTTP by default. Browsers with strict security settings may block the connection. Type http://fritz.box explicitly.
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You are connected to a downstream access point. If your Fritz!Box connects to a Fritz!Repeater or third-party access point, make sure your device is associated with the Fritz!Box’s own network or that the repeater is properly bridged.
Use the IP address 192.168.178.1 as a direct fallback that bypasses DNS entirely.
fritz.box vs the IP Address
fritz.box and 192.168.178.1 both open the same Fritz!OS admin panel. The branded URL relies on the router’s DNS resolver. The IP address connects directly.
The Fritz!Box uses 192.168.178.1, an address in the 192.168.178.0/24 subnet. This is uncommon. Consumer routers typically use 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. The unusual subnet reduces the chance of address conflicts when the Fritz!Box connects to another network or through a VPN tunnel to a remote LAN.
Use fritz.box when your network configuration is standard and you want a simple, memorable address. Use the IP address when DNS is customized, when troubleshooting WAN connection issues, or when you need guaranteed access.
ISPs that distribute Fritz!Box units (Deutsche Telekom, 1&1, Vodafone Germany) may customize the firmware but do not change the default IP address or the branded URL. fritz.box works on all ISP-distributed units.
Default Credentials for Fritz!Box
After accessing fritz.box, Fritz!Box routers ship with a unique password per unit. There is no shared default like admin/admin. The password is printed on the bottom label and on a separate card inside the packaging. AVM made this choice for security, as the brand is often distributed directly by European ISPs.
Common Fritz!Box models include the Fritz!Box 7590 AX (WiFi 6, DSL), Fritz!Box 7530 (entry-level DSL), Fritz!Box 5590 Fiber (FTTH), and Fritz!Box 4060 (mesh base without modem). All use 192.168.178.1 and the same Fritz!OS interface.
If you forget the password, you can reset the router by holding the reset button for 15 seconds or by using the telephone recovery method. Dial #99115901590 from a connected DECT phone to initiate a factory reset. After reset, the password reverts to the one printed on the label.
For remote access outside your home network, register for MyFRITZ! at myfritz.net. This free service from AVM assigns your Fritz!Box a dynamic DNS hostname and lets you change Wi-Fi settings, check connection status, and manage smart home devices from anywhere.
fritz.box FAQ
What is fritz.box?
fritz.box is the branded login URL for AVM Fritz!Box routers. When typed into a browser on a device connected to a Fritz!Box network, the router's DNS resolver maps it to 192.168.178.1. It loads the Fritz!OS admin interface for managing all router settings.
What is the default password for fritz.box?
Fritz!Box routers do not use a username. The admin password is printed on the label on the bottom of the device or on a separate card included in the box. Each unit ships with a unique password. There is no universal default like admin or password.
Why does fritz.box not load in my browser?
The most common cause is a custom DNS setting on your device. If DNS points to a public server like Google or Cloudflare, the query bypasses the Fritz!Box. Set your DNS to automatic. You can also type 192.168.178.1 directly as a fallback.
What is the default IP address for Fritz!Box?
Fritz!Box routers use 192.168.178.1 as the default gateway, which is an unusual subnet compared to the more common 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 used by other brands. The fritz.box URL maps to this address automatically.
What is MyFRITZ! and how is it different from fritz.box?
MyFRITZ! (myfritz.net) is AVM's cloud service for remote access to your Fritz!Box from outside your home network. fritz.box only works when you are connected to the local network. MyFRITZ! lets you manage your router from anywhere over the internet.
Fritz!Box Router Guide
For complete login instructions, default credentials, and troubleshooting for Fritz!Box routers, visit the full brand guide.