UniFi Planer
Planning aid for a Ubiquiti UniFi network — site structure, access point placement and network segmentation.
View topicsController & Sites
- Host the UniFi Network Controller centrally (Cloud Key, Dream Machine or self-hosted)
- Create a separate "Site" in the controller per physical location
- Manage and schedule firmware updates centrally via the controller
- Set up a backup schedule for the controller configuration
Access Point Placement
- Use the controller's heatmap feature for coverage planning
- Place access points centrally in rooms rather than in corners
- Don't manually fix channel and transmit power — use "Auto" unless interference is demonstrated
- In multi-story buildings, increase AP density rather than transmit power
Network Segmentation
- Create separate VLANs for staff, guests and IoT devices via "Networks"
- Enable the guest network portal with voucher or social login
- Explicitly define firewall rules between VLANs, don't rely on default behavior
- Set bandwidth limits per network or user group
How it works
Choose a topic
Controller, AP placement or segmentation.
Read best practices
Concrete recommendations per area.
Implement it
Apply in the UniFi Network Controller.
Benefits
Good to know about this tool
Provides a structured planning aid for Ubiquiti UniFi networks: controller setup, access point placement and VLAN segmentation.
Because UniFi, as a popular prosumer-grade WiFi system, falls short of its potential with poor planning (AP placement, missing segmentation).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I strictly need a Cloud Key or Dream Machine?
No, the UniFi Network Controller can also run as software on your own server (self-hosted) — sufficient for smaller setups.
The information, templates, scripts, calculations and recommendations provided are intended for educational and assistance purposes only. Always review and test any generated result before production use. IT Smart Service accepts no liability for misuse, data loss, outages, security incidents, or legal, financial or technical damages arising from incorrect or improper use. Responsibility for validation, testing and deployment decisions rests with the user.
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