How do I keep a smart plug from restoring its last state after a blackout?
Our answer
Choose OFF as its post-power-outage state in firmware settings, if supported; otherwise use a plug with that feature.
Why this approach makes sense
Device software, permissions and connected services change how a feature behaves; use settings for the actual model rather than a generic workaround.
Before you try it
Verify the relevant device and account permissions, and make changes one at a time.
Questions people ask
Which first step can help me keep a smart plug from restoring its last state after a blackout?
Choose OFF as its post-power-outage state in firmware settings, if supported; otherwise use a plug with that feature.