What can I use to disable an electronic device plugged into a wall socket, and be unable to turn it back on until a set time? UK.

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    You definitely could go with a full blown HA install, but seems like massive overkill for a single switch. All of the previously listed requirements could be achieved by configuring Tasmota or ESPHome on a single smart plug (or receptacle/switch/bulb). I know that Tasmota would allow you to set scheduling, admin password, and any number of rules.

  • Tasmota

    Alternative firmware for ESP8266 and ESP32 based devices with easy configuration using webUI, OTA updates, automation using timers or rules, expandability and entirely local control over MQTT, HTTP, Serial or KNX. Full documentation at

    You definitely could go with a full blown HA install, but seems like massive overkill for a single switch. All of the previously listed requirements could be achieved by configuring Tasmota or ESPHome on a single smart plug (or receptacle/switch/bulb). I know that Tasmota would allow you to set scheduling, admin password, and any number of rules.

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