This is done using the IP Bindings option, adding the Mac address of the cell phone that you do not want the Hotspot to show and setting it as Type bypassed.

We give you a guide on how to configure IP Bindings to restrict or allow Hotspot access to specific devices based on their IP address:

Steps to configure IP Bindings in MikroTik Hotspot:

1. Access your MikroTik RouterOS:
   • Use WinBox or the web interface (WebFig) to connect to your MikroTik router.
2. Navigate to Hotspot menu:
   • Go to IP > Hotspot. This menu allows you to manage all Hotspot related settings.
3. Select the 'IP Bindings' tab:
   • Within the Hotspot menu, you will find a tab called IP Bindings. Click here to manage IP bindings.
4. Add a new IP Binding:
   • Click on the Add New to create a new binding.
   • Enter the IP address of the device you want to restrict (in this case, your cell phone's IP).
   • En Type, you can select blocked if you want to block access to this device, or bypassed if you want the device to bypass the Hotspot authentication process and have direct access.
5. Set additional options:
   • You can set a comment to remind you why you set up this specific binding, such as “Cellphone Lock” or “Office PC Shortcut.”
6. Apply and save settings:
   • Make sure to apply the changes and save the settings for IP Binding to take effect.

Additional considerations

• IP stability: Make sure that the device you are configuring with IP Binding has a static IP address or a DHCP reservation to keep the same IP and that the configuration is effective at all times.
• Testing: After configuring IP Binding, it is a good idea to test the device to make sure access is configured correctly for your needs.

Using IP Bindings allows you to have more direct and simple control over who can and cannot use the Hotspot, ideal for environments where you need to manage access efficiently without overly complicating security configurations.