How To Change Wi-Fi Network Name and Password

Having a secure Wi-Fi network is one of the most important tasks that no one can miss. However, this can be achieved easily in just a few steps with anyone. In this article, we're going to discuss the process of changing the Wi-Fi Network name along with the guide to creating a strong password and some tips and tricks to handle Wi-Fi-related issues.

Prerequisite:

• User must know the existing username and password of your router.
• IP address and Login Details
• Working Internet Connection

Why Change Your Wi-Fi Network Username and Password

Chaing the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password is a part of the security check that has to be done periodically. Some of the supporting reasons to do so are:

• Security Enhancement
• Personalization
• Kick Unwanted Connections
• Protect Identification Risks

Steps to Change Your Wi-Fi Name and Password

Follow these simple steps to change the WiFi username and password. However, the steps may vary depending on your router's brand.

Step 1: Log in to your Router's Admin Page

• Plug in the Ethernet cable with your PC and open browser
• Go to the address bar and type the IP address (such as 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1)
• Enter the login credentials and proceed ahead

Step 2: Navigate to Wireless Setthings

Step 3: Apply and Proceed with the changed username and password

Note: Make sure to provide a strong password (combination of upper and lower case, numbers and symbols).

Step 4: Reconnect all the known devices

Using Mobile Apps - Alternate Method (2)

If your device comes up with any Mobile applications to check, modify Wi-Fi settings then it becomes more convinient. Here's how you can do it in simple steps:

• Download and login the Router's official app (Android or iOS)
  • For example, we've shown Spectrum Wi-Fi application
• Go to Wi-Fi Settings > Update Username and Password
• Click on Apply button and reopen the app to check.

Using Command Line - Alternate Method (3)

You may also change or update Wi-Fi username and password via command-line (SSH or Telnet). Here's how to perform this action:

• Open Terminal or Command Prompt
• Use the SS or Telnet client to establish the connection (to the router's IP address)

ssh [email protected]

• Login with admin rights
• Use the following commands to change Wi-Fi name:

set wireless.ssid "New_Network_Name"

• To change the Wi-Fi password, use the following command:

set wireless.password "NewPassword123!"

• Now, apply and save using:

commit
save

• At last, reboot it using the following command:

reboot

Conclusion

In the end, we can say Changing Wi-Fi Network Name and Password is not a complicated process. By following the above-mentioned methods, you can ensure that your device has updated with username-password and he connection remains safe and secure.