How to Change Hotspot Name and Password on iPhone and Android

A personal hotspot on your mobile phone is an effective way to share your internet connection. However, there may be instances where finding and connecting to your hotspot from the list of networks becomes challenging due to existing configurations. If you’re experiencing this issue, we’ll guide you on changing your hotspot name and password on both iPhone and Android devices.

To begin, we’ll provide methods for changing the hotspot name and password on an iPhone. On Android, there are additional options available for securing your hotspot. We’ll explain those as well. Let’s now proceed with the instructions for changing your hotspot name and password on an iPhone.

Change Hotspot Name and Password on iPhone

To change your Wi-Fi hotspot’s name and password on an iPhone, follow these steps.

How to Change Hotspot Name on iPhone

If you searched for the hotspot settings on your iPhone, you wouldn’t find the option to change the name. You have to change the name of your iPhone to do so. Note that changing the name will affect how your iPhone is referred to. Here are the steps:

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap on General.

Step 3: Tap on About.

Step 4: Tap on your iPhone name.

Step 5: You will now find an option to edit the name of your iPhone. Change the name, and this will effectively change the name of the Wi-Fi hotspot.

How to Change Hotspot Password on iPhone

There is an option to change the password of your Wi-Fi hotspot on your iPhone. Here’s how you can do it.

Open the Settings app.

Tap on Personal Hotspot.

Step 3: Tap on Wi-Fi Password.

Step 4: Change the password and tap on done.

You can now connect to your hotspot using the new password. If you are an Android user, read the next section for instructions on changing the hotspot name and password on your device.

Change the Hotspot Name and Password on Android Phones

Here’s how you can change the hotspot name and password on your Android device.

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap on the Portable Hotspot option.

If your Android version doesn’t show this option, look for it under the network section.

Step 3: Tap on ‘Set up portable hotspot’.

Step 4: Change the hotspot’s name and password, and save your changes.

You can now see your hotspot with a new name and password when trying to connect to it. Additionally, Android provides options to modify hotspot security. Here’s how you can do it.

Change Hotspot Security Settings on Android

Here’s how you can change settings of your Wi-Fi hotspot on Android to secure it further.

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap on Portable Hotspot.

Step 3: Tap ‘Set up portable hotspot’.

Step 4: Tap Security.

Step 5: Select the security protocol for your Wi-Fi hotspot. Here’s what you need to know.

WPA (Wi-Fi-protected access) is a security protocol used to make Wi-Fi connections safe and secure. There are three versions – WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 – with improved security features in each version.

We have two options to choose from. We recommend selecting the WPA3 option since it provides the best available certification and secures your network better than WPA2. However, do not select the ‘None’ option as using security protocols is important to keep your data safe.

Step 6: You also have the option to hide the SSID of the hotspot. Tap on ‘Hide its SSID’.

When you hide the SSID of the Wi-Fi network, it becomes invisible in the list of available and nearby Wi-Fi networks. Therefore, you must manually enter the network details to connect.

Step 7: Tap on the ‘On’ option.

Changing the hotspot name and password on both iPhone and Android is a simple process. If you have any additional questions, refer to our FAQ section below.

FAQs on Changing Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and Password

1. To create a strong Wi-Fi hotspot password, use an alphanumeric combination and avoid using details that can be linked back to you or your device.

2. Yes, you can use 5G in a Wi-Fi hotspot to share your high-speed cellular data.

3. You have the capability to block devices from connecting to your Wi-Fi hotspot by adjusting the settings on your phone.

Modify Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings

We hope this article helped you reconfigure your Wi-Fi hotspot. With the advent of 5G, the network is more reliable and you can connect multiple devices with high-speed internet access.

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Supreeth Koundinya is a passionate technology enthusiast who is dedicated to helping people navigate the complexities of modern devices. With his background as an engineer, he possesses a deep understanding of how these devices work, enabling him to provide high-quality assistance, tips, and recommendations. When he’s not working, Supreeth enjoys traveling, playing FIFA, and searching for great movies.