Connecting to Wi-Fi with a Hidden SSID: A Complete Guide for All Devices

• Go back to the list of networks and select the one you just added (it may appear as Hidden network).
• Click Connect — the system should connect automatically.

If the connection does not occur:

• 🔄 Restart your router and computer.
• 🔧 Check if the Wi-Fi adapter is turned on Device Manager.
• 📶 Make sure you are within network coverage area.

Make sure your Wi-Fi adapter is turned on|

Enter the SSID without typos (case sensitive)|

Select the correct security type (WPA2/WPA3)|

Check the box "Connect automatically" -->

Connecting to macOS (MacBook, iMac)

• After successful connection, check the box Remember this network, so as not to have to re-enter data.
• If macOS asks you to confirm the certificate, click Continue (this is normal for corporate networks).

If macOS doesn't connect:

• 🔄 Restart your router and Mac.
• 🔧 Reset network settings: System Preferences → Network → Wi-Fi → Advanced → Remove Network.
• 📡 Check if it's blocking macOS Firewall connection (in System Preferences → Security & Privacy).

Connecting to Android (Samsung, Xiaomi, Google Pixel, etc.)

On smartphones with Android The algorithm for connecting to a hidden network depends on the OS version and the manufacturer's shell (One UI, MIUI, ColorOS etc.). We will look at a universal method that works on most devices.

Step 1. Open Wi-Fi settings:

• Go to Settings → Wi-Fi.
• Tap the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Add a network.

Step 2. Enter network details:

• In the field Network name (SSID) Enter the name (case sensitive!).
• Select Security type - usually WPA2-PSK.
• Enter your password and click Save.

Step 3. Connect:

• Return to the list of networks - the added network should appear with a mark Saved.
• Tap on it to connect.

Features for different brands:

• 📱 Samsung (One UI)There is a separate item in the Wi-Fi settings Add a network at the bottom of the list.
• 📱 Xiaomi (MIUI): Click + Add network in the upper right corner.
• 📱 Google Pixel (Stock Android): Three dots (⋮) → Add a network.

If Android doesn't connect:

• 🔄 Restart your smartphone and router.
• 🔧 Forget the network (if it was already saved earlier) and add it again.
• 📶 Check if the mode is enabled Flight mode or Battery saving (they can block Wi-Fi).

Connecting on iPhone and iPad (iOS)

On devices Apple With iOS Connecting to a hidden network is as simple as possible, but there are some nuances with automatic connection.

Step 1. Open Wi-Fi settings:

• Go to Settings → Wi-Fi.
• Make sure Wi-Fi is turned on (the slider at the top is green).

Step 2. Add a hidden network:

• Tap on Another network... at the bottom of the list.
• In the field Name Enter SSID (case sensitive!).
• Select Security - usually WPA2 or WPA3.
• Enter your password and click Connect in the upper right corner.

Step 3. Set up automatic connection:

• After successful connection, return to the list of networks.
• Click on the icon ℹ next to the name of your network.
• Enable the option Auto-connection.

If your iPhone won't connect:

• 🔄 Restart your router and iPhone.
• 🔧 Forget the network: Settings → Wi-Fi → ℹ → Forget this network, then add again.
• 📡 Check if the mode is enabled On the plane or Battery saving.
• 🔒 If you have a corporate network, you may need to install a certificate (the file will be sent via email or through the MDM system).

Connecting Smart TV, printers, and other devices

Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Sony), printers (HP, Canon, Epson) and other gadgets often don't support manually adding hidden networks. Here's what to do in such cases:

For Smart TV:

• 📺 Samsung (Tizen):
  1. Go to Settings → General → Network → Open network settings.
  2. Select Wireless network → Add a network manually.
  3. Enter the SSID and password.
• 📺 LG (webOS):
  1. Open Settings → Network → Wi-Fi connection.
  2. Select Add a hidden network (may require scrolling down).