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Control existing wall socket or switch with my phone

Control existing wall socket or switch with my phone.

I need something that I can install that will allow me to control the on/off function of a wall socket or switch from my Android phone.

Assistance is greatly appreciated.
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How would I use that with a light switch?   This doesn't seem like the right solution.
If it is a light then get a smart bulb for it.
Or a Smart switch to replace the current one.

You can also use something like this and retain your current faceplate, https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WiFi-Relay-Module-Remote-Control-Switch-240V-For-Smart-Home-APP/333333518334?hash=item4d9c39d7fe:g:UUgAAOSw1-Ndghjg

Note though that you are unlikely to fit it behind a faceplate in a standard box so you either have to remove the box and fit a protruding one or chisel a bigger hole in the wall and fix a bigger box.