Forgot who has your WiFi password? Slow internet because someone else is using it? The fix is simple: change your WiFi password via router login. It takes about five minutes and works from a phone or laptop.
Connect to your router’s WiFi, then tap the button below to open your router login page.
Quick Overview
- Connect to your router by WiFi or LAN cable first.
- The router username and password are printed on a sticker under the router.
- After saving the new password, every device must reconnect.
- Time needed: about 5 minutes.
What You Need Before You Start
- A phone or laptop connected to the router
- The router’s admin username and password (see the sticker)
- A new WiFi password you can remember but others cannot guess
Steps to Change WiFi Password via Router Login
Step 1: Open the router login page
Tap the button at the top of this page. A new tab opens with your router’s login screen.
If you see an error, tap the button again. Also make sure mobile data is off, so your phone uses the router’s WiFi.
Step 2: Log in
Enter the username and password from the router sticker. Many routers use “admin”, but check yours.
If you changed the login before and forgot it, the router needs a factory reset. That also erases internet settings, so ask your provider first.
Step 3: Find the WiFi settings
Look for a menu called Wireless, WLAN, WiFi Settings or Wireless Security. The name changes by brand.
You will see the network name (SSID) and a field called Password, Passphrase or Pre-Shared Key.
Step 4: Type the new password
Delete the old password and type the new one. If your router shows both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks, change the password on both.
Step 5: Save and reconnect
Click Save or Apply. The router may restart for a minute. Then reconnect your devices with the new password.
How to Choose a Strong WiFi Password
- Use at least 12 characters
- Mix letters, numbers and symbols
- Avoid phone numbers, birthdays and family names
- Choose WPA2 or WPA3 security. Avoid “Open” and WEP
A phrase of unrelated words with a number or symbol added is easy to type and hard to guess.
Change the Router Admin Password Too
Many people change the WiFi password but leave the admin login unchanged. Anyone on your network could then open the router settings. Look under System, Administration or Change Password and set a new admin password.
Other Quick Security Tips
- Check the list of connected devices and remove any you do not recognise.
- Use a guest network for visitors.
- Switch off WPS if you do not use it.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting to click Save or Apply
- Changing only the 2.4 GHz password and leaving 5 GHz unchanged
- Resetting the router without noting your internet login details
- Choosing a short or obvious password
- Not saving the new password somewhere safe
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my WiFi password from my phone?
Yes. Connect the phone to the router’s WiFi and use the button above in your mobile browser.
Why does the login page not open?
Your phone may be on mobile data, or not connected to that router. Turn mobile data off, reconnect to the WiFi and tap the button again.
Will changing the password disconnect my devices?
Yes. Every phone, TV and laptop must reconnect with the new password.
I forgot the admin password. What can I do?
Press and hold the small reset button for about 10 seconds. The router returns to factory settings and uses the sticker login. Ask your internet provider first, because you may need to re-enter connection details.
Is it safe to do this myself?
Yes, if you only change the WiFi password. Do not change internet or PPPoE settings unless your provider tells you to.
Final Takeaway
To change your WiFi password via router login, open the router page, sign in, find the wireless settings and save a strong new password. Do it every few months, and straight away if you think someone is using your connection.
Make sure your phone is connected to your router’s WiFi.
