How to turn on Wi-Fi on an LG TV via your phone: 3 working methods

Advice: If the TV is connected but the internet is slow, check if your plan is limiting the upload speed. For example, Tele2 And Iotas Traffic limits for access points may apply.

3. Alternative methods: without apps and access points

If the previous methods didn't work, try one of these options. They are suitable for older models. LG (before 2016) or when it is not possible to use a smartphone as a remote control.

Method 1: Using a USB cable (Android only)

Some TVs LG on WebOS 3.0+ support connection via USB OTGTo do this you will need:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android with support OTG.
• 🔌 Cable USB-A → USB-C/Micro-USB (depending on the phone connector).
• 🖥️ Application LG TV Plus (alternative ThinQ for older models).

Connect your phone to the TV using a cable, launch the app, and follow the on-screen instructions. In some cases, this will allow you to manage network settings directly.

Method 2: Virtual remote control via browser

On TVs LG With WebOS 4.0+ there is a built-in web remote control, which works through a browser on your phone. To do this:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same network.
2. On your TV, go to Settings → General → About TV → TV Info.
3. Find IP address TV (for example, 192.168.1.100).
4. On your phone, open a browser and enter an address like this: http://[IP-address_TV]:8080.
5. In the interface that appears, select Network settings and set up Wi-Fi.
Why doesn't the web remote work?

If the page does not open, check:

1. Router firewall - it can block local connections.

2. TV settings — in some firmware versions the web remote control is disabled by default (it is enabled in Settings → Network → Remote Control).

3. IP address — If the TV is connected to a different subnet (for example, via a repeater), the address may be different. Use apps like Fing to scan the network.

Method 3: Reset network settings on TV

If your TV was previously connected to Wi-Fi, but the network has now disappeared from the list, try resetting the network settings:

1. On the remote control (or in the virtual remote control of the application) press Settings → Network → Reset network settings.
2. Confirm the action.
3. After rebooting, the TV will display all available networks again.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG series LJ550V And UK6300 After a network reset, reactivation may be required Smart functionsTo do this, go to Settings → General → Factory Reset and select Quick reset (not complete!).

4. Solving typical connection errors

Even with the right actions, the TV LG Your device may not connect to Wi-Fi. Here are the most common errors and their solutions:

Error: "Unable to connect to the network"

Reasons and solutions:

• 🔌 Incorrect password: check the case of the characters (the password is case sensitive!).
• 📡 Weak signal: Move the router closer to the TV or use repeater.
• 🔄 IP conflict: turn it on in your router settings DHCP or assign a static IP to the TV.
• 🛡️ MAC address blocking: in the router panel, add the TV's MAC address to the list of allowed ones (you can find it in Settings → Network → Advanced).

Error: "No networks available"

If the TV does not see any networks:

• 🔍 Check if it's enabled Wi-Fi module on TV: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi (the slider must be active).
• 📵 Make sure your router isn't hiding SSID (network name).
• 🔧 Update your router firmware (especially relevant for TP-Link And Asus older than 2019).

Error: "Connected, but no internet"

The TV is connected to Wi-Fi, but YouTube or Netflix don't work:

• 🌐 Check your settings DNS: write it manually 8.8.8.8 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare) in Settings → Network → Advanced → DNS.
• 📦 Turn off VPN on the phone, if it was turned on during setup.
• 🔄 Reboot your router (turn off the power for 1 minute).

5. Setting up Wi-Fi on older LG models (before 2014)

Televisions LG on the platform NetCast (2010–2013) have limited network features. Connecting via phone is complicated by the lack of support for modern apps. However, there are workarounds:

Method 1: Using WPS

If your router supports WPS (button on the back panel), do the following:

1. On your TV, go to Settings → Network → Wi-Fi → WPS.
2. Click Begin on TV.
3. Press the button within 2 minutes WPS on the router.

Method 2: Manually entering settings

For networks with hidden SSID or enterprise authentication:

1. Select Settings → Network → Manual setup.
2. Enter:
   • 📛 Network name (SSID).
   • 🔒 Security type (WPA2-PSK for most home networks).
   • 🔑 Password.
• For corporate networks (WPA-Enterprise) you may be required to enter your domain login/password.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG series LV5500 And LV3700 When manually entering Wi-Fi settings, the time settings sometimes get lost. After connecting, check the date in Settings → Time and Date and update it manually.

6. Security: How to protect your TV on a Wi-Fi network

Connecting your TV to Wi-Fi gives you access to the internet, but it also creates risks: from being tracked through Smart camera (if any) before hacking through vulnerabilities in WebOSFollow these guidelines:

• 🔐 Change the default password for account LG (if you use ThinQ).
• 📵 Disable Wi-Fi Direct, if you don't use it (in Settings → Network).
• 🔄 Update your firmware regularly (in Settings → Support → Software Update).
• 🛡️ Set up a guest network on the router specifically for TV (restrict access to local devices).

For additional protection:

• Add in the router settings MAC filtering and allow connection only for the TV's MAC address.
• Turn it off UPnP on the router (this will reduce the risk of attacks through vulnerabilities in WebOS).
• If the TV supports VPN (2020+ models), set up a connection to a reliable service (e.g. ProtonVPN).

7. Frequently asked questions and answers