How to Change WiFi Password

Changing your WiFi password is simple and takes just a few minutes. This works for all router brands.

Quick Steps to Change WiFi Password

  1. Access your router admin panel
  2. Login with admin credentials
  3. Find Wireless or WiFi Settings
  4. Locate Password or Security Key field
  5. Enter new password
  6. Save changes
  7. Reconnect all devices with new password

By Router Brand

TP-Link

Access at 192.168.0.1 → Wireless → Wireless Security → Enter new password → Save

Netgear

Access at 192.168.1.1 → Wireless → Password field → Enter new password → Apply

Linksys

Access at 192.168.1.1 → Wireless → Wireless Security → Security Key → Save Settings

D-Link

Access at 192.168.0.1 → Setup → Wireless → Pre-Shared Key → Save

ASUS

Access at 192.168.1.1 → Wireless → WPA-PSK Key → Apply

Find Your Router IP Address

Windows

  1. Press Windows + R
  2. Type cmd and press Enter
  3. Type ipconfig
  4. Find Default Gateway

Mac

  1. System Preferences → Network
  2. Select your connection
  3. Advanced → TCP/IP
  4. Look for Router address

Phone

iPhone: Settings → WiFi → (i) icon → Router

Android: Settings → WiFi → Network details → Gateway

Password Best Practices

  • Use at least 12 characters
  • Mix uppercase and lowercase letters
  • Include numbers and symbols
  • Avoid personal information
  • Don't use common words
  • Change password every 6 months

Security Settings

When changing password, also check these:

  • Set security to WPA2-PSK or WPA3
  • Never use WEP (outdated and insecure)
  • Disable WPS if not needed
  • Enable network encryption

After Changing Password

  1. Write down new password securely
  2. Reconnect all devices one by one
  3. Update password on smart home devices
  4. Update on phones, tablets, laptops
  5. Update on smart TVs and game consoles
  6. Test internet connection on all devices

Troubleshooting

Can't Access Router

  • Check you're on correct network
  • Try different router IP addresses
  • Restart router
  • Use ethernet connection

Forgot Current Password

  • Check router label
  • Check password saved on connected device
  • Factory reset router (last resort)

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