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🛠️ How to Change Wi-Fi Password and Name on Any Router

Changing your Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password is a smart move for improving security and making your network easier to identify. Whether you're setting up a new router or just want to keep freeloaders out, here's a simple, step-by-step guide that works for almost any router brand.

📶 Why Change Your Wi-Fi Name and Password?

  • 🔐 Better Security: Default credentials are easy to guess.

  • 💡 Personalization: Give your network a name you’ll recognize.

  • 🚫 Block Unauthorized Access: Reset the password and kick off unknown devices.

📝 What You'll Need:

  • A device (phone, laptop, or PC) connected to the Wi-Fi network

  • Your router’s IP address (usually something like 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1)

  • Admin username and password (usually found on the back of the router)

🌐 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Find Your Router’s IP Address

Most routers use one of these:

  • 192.168.0.1

  • 192.168.1.1

  • 192.168.1.254

👉 You can also check it on Windows:

  • Press Windows + R, type cmd, and hit Enter

  • Type ipconfig and press Enter

  • Look for "Default Gateway" — that’s your router’s IP

2. Log in to Your Router

  1. Open a web browser

  2. Type the IP address into the URL bar

  3. Enter the router’s admin username and password

    • Common defaults:

      • Username: admin

      • Password: admin or password

💡 Tip: If you’ve changed the admin password and forgot it, you may need to reset the router using the reset button on the back.

3. Change the Wi-Fi Name (SSID)

Once logged in:

  • Go to Wireless Settings or Wi-Fi Settings

  • Look for SSID or Network Name

  • Type your new Wi-Fi name (e.g., “MyHome_Network”)

4. Change the Wi-Fi Password

In the same Wireless Settings area:

  • Find Security Settings or Wireless Security

  • Select WPA2 or WPA3 (recommended)

  • Enter a strong new password (at least 8 characters)

5. Save Settings and Restart

  • Click Save or Apply

  • Your router may restart

  • Reconnect all your devices using the new Wi-Fi name and password

✅ Bonus Tips

  • Use a strong password (mix letters, numbers, and symbols)

  • Write down your new credentials or store them securely

  • Update your router firmware regularly for security




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