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How do I change the MAC address on my MacBook Pro?

I have a 2019 MacBook Pro and I've read in a lot of places there are terminal commands to do it but none of them have worked.

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 11.1

Posted on Feb 9, 2021 11:23 AM

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Feb 9, 2021 11:41 AM in response to donkeyking378

donkeyking378 wrote:

To prevent tracking. But I've read online that there are commands to change them one-time in the software.

Whoever wrote that was wrong. Or you misunderstood. The only way to completely change the MAC address would be to get a new network card.


If you're worried about being tracked, get rid of any cellular devices you have.

Feb 9, 2021 12:11 PM in response to donkeyking378

donkeyking378 Said:

“How do I change the MAC address on my MacBook Pro? I have a 2019 MacBook Pro and I've read in a lot of places there are terminal commands to do it but none of them have worked.”

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Keep Away from Performing that:

What you are asking about is what hackers do — So, stay away from being a hacker, and have respect for everyone out there. Just saying.

How do I change the MAC address on my MacBook Pro?

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