Where and how to change your Wi-Fi password: a complete guide for all router models

If you are renting a router, Changing your password may block access to some functions (e.g. IPTV)Check this with your provider before changing!

• "I like to drink tea with lemon in the morning" → YLpChSLu!24
• "My cat sleeps on the couch all day" → Mk$nDvD!2026

4. How to change your Wi-Fi password from your phone: instructions for Android and iOS

If you don't have a computer handy, you can change your password from your phone. There are two ways to do this:

4.1. Via the router's mobile app

Many modern routers have proprietary applications:

• 📱 TP-Link Tether — for routers TP-Link.
• 📱 ASUS Router — for routers ASUS.
• 📱 Mi Wi-Fi — for routers Xiaomi.
• 📱 Keenetic — for routers Keenetic.

Algorithm:

1. Download the app from App Store or Google Play.
2. Connect to your router's Wi-Fi network (even if you don't know the password, some apps allow you to connect via Bluetooth or QR code).
3. In the menu, find the "Wi-Fi" or "Wireless network" section and change the password.

4.2. Via a browser on your phone

If there is no application, you can access the router settings through a browser (for example, Chrome or Safari):

1. Connect to your router's Wi-Fi (if you don't know the password, connect your phone to the router via a cable through an adapter) USB-OTG).
2. Enter the router's IP address in the address bar (for example, 192.168.1.1).
3. Log in and change your password the same way you would on a computer (see Section 2 for instructions).

⚠️ Attention: On iPhone When connecting to a router via cable, an adapter may be required. Lightning to USB + USB-OTGOn . Android usually the standard one is enough USB-C/Micro-USB to Ethernet adapter.

5. How to find out your current Wi-Fi password if you forgot it

If you forgot your network password, but at least one device is connected to it, you can find out the saved password Without resetting the router. Instructions for different devices:

5.1. On Windows 10/11

1. Open Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi.

2. Click Managing known networks → select your network → Properties.

3. Scroll down to Network password and press Show symbols.

5.2. On MacOS

1. Open Programs → Utilities → Keychain.

2. Find your Wi-Fi network name in the list.

3. Check the box Show password and enter the password for your Mac account.

5.3. On Android

On Android There is no built-in way to view the password, but you can:

• 📱 Use root access and application Wi-Fi Password Viewer (requires superuser rights).
• 📱 View password in backup copy, if you saved the router settings to a file (for example, via TP-Link Tether).

5.4. On iPhone/iPad

On iOS there is also no direct way, but you can:

• 🔗 Connect iPhone To Mac and view the password through A bunch of keys (see instructions for MacOS above).
• 📱 Use cloud backup, if you saved the router settings in iCloud.

If none of the methods helped, the only thing left is reset the router to factory settings (button Reset for 10 seconds) and configure it again.

6. Common Mistakes When Changing Wi-Fi Passwords and How to Avoid Them

Even in such a simple procedure, mistakes can be made that can lead to loss of network access. Here TOP 5 problems and their solutions:

• 🔌 The router does not save the new password. → Check what you clicked Save or ApplySometimes the page freezes—refresh it or reboot your router.
• 📶 Devices won't connect after changing the password → Make sure the correct encryption is selected (WPA2-PSK or WPA3). If the devices are old, try WPA/WPA2.
• 🔒 Forgot your new password immediately after changing it → Always write it down in a safe place (for example, in Google Keep or 1Password).
• 🌐 I can't access my router settings. → Check your IP address (it may not be 192.168.1.1, and another). Or reset the router to factory settings.
• 📵 Wi-Fi disappeared after changing the password → You may have accidentally disabled your wireless network. Go to Settings and make sure the checkbox is checked. Turn on Wi-Fi costs.

If the Internet stops working completely after changing your password, check:

• Is the cable from the provider connected to the router (indicator) WAN should burn).
• Have the settings been lost? PPPoE (if your connection type is "PPPoE" and not "Dynamic IP").
• Is your antivirus or firewall blocking network access?

7. Additional Wi-Fi security settings: what to enable besides a password

Changing your password is just the first step to securing your network. To make your Wi-Fi truly secure, we recommend:

• 🔄 Disable WPS — This is a vulnerable protocol that allows you to connect to the network without a password. Find it in your router settings and disable it.
• 👥 Set up a guest network — If you have guests frequently, give them access to a separate network with limited rights (without access to local devices).
• 🕒 Enable Wi-Fi scheduling — for example, turning off the Internet at night so that children don’t spend the rest of the day online.
• 📡 Update your router's firmware — Outdated software contains vulnerabilities. Check for updates in the section System or Administration.
• 🔍 Hide SSID - this will not make the network completely invisible (it can still be found), but it will reduce the number of accidental connections.

For advanced users:

• 🛡️ Set up a firewall — restrict access to certain websites or IP addresses.
• 📊 Enable connection logging - This way you can track which devices have connected to your network.
• 🔗 Use a VPN on your router - This encrypts all traffic passing through your network (not all models support this).

If you have smart home (for example, cameras Xiaomi, light bulbs Philips Hue or columns Yandex Station), after changing your Wi-Fi password, you'll have to reconnect all your devices. To avoid this, you can:

• Use static IP for smart gadgets.
• Create separate 2.4 GHz network for smart home (many devices do not support 5 GHz).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about changing your Wi-Fi password