How Do I Change My Wi-Fi Name and Password?
You can rename your wireless network by logging into the router’s admin interface.
Find your router’s IP address or the default gateway IP address. Common default gateway IP addresses include 192. 168. 1. 254 and 192. 168. 1. 1. For Netgear routers, you can go to Netgear’s router login web page for help. You might need to check the manufacturer’s website to get help with your specific router. Open a web browser and enter your router’s IP address in the URL bar to access the network settings. Enter your router’s user name and password. This information can usually be found on the back or side of your modem. You can also check the manual or the manufacturer’s website. Some routers (like Google Wi-Fi or eero) also require you to download an app on your phone to access the settings. If that’s the case, follow the steps in the app. Select your Wi-Fi network’s name. Every router has a different settings interface. Look under the General Settings section if you don’t see it right away. Look for the Name or SSID field containing your current network name. Enter a new name for the network. The SSID can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Remember that other people can see your network SSID, so avoid offensive language and don’t include any personal information. In the Password or Network Key Section, enter a new password. Save your changes by selecting Apply or Save. Reboot your router if it doesn’t reboot automatically. After it restarts, you’ll need to reconnect to the network using the new password on all of your devices.
Should I Rename My Wi-Fi Network?
Changing the network name (SSID) and network key is one of the first things you should do when setting up your home Wi-Fi network.
Some routers (like Google Wi-Fi or eero) also require you to download an app on your phone to access the settings. If that’s the case, follow the steps in the app.
The default network name usually includes the name of the router’s manufacturer. For example, the default SSID for most Netgear routers is NETGEAR, followed by a few numbers. That makes it easier for hackers to identify your router and guess the network key, which is why changing both is so important. Changing the default name also makes it easier to remember and helps avoid confusion with neighbors’ Wi-Fi networks.
