Whether you're away from home and need a secure internet connection for your laptop or experiencing technical issues with your home Wi-Fi, the mobile hotspot is the solution. This feature transforms your smartphone into a Wi-Fi router, allowing you to share your mobile data securely and connect multiple devices to the internet.
Find Network Name and Password of Mobile Hotspot
- Open 'Settings'.
- Select 'Connections'.
- Tap 'Mobile Hotspot and Tethering'.
- Tap directly on 'Mobile Hotspot'.
- They will be available under Network Name and Password.
Note that not all mobile carriers offer hotspot and tethering services, and even if they do, your current service plan may not include these features. To prevent extra charges, check your carrier's website or contact customer support for detailed information, whether you're with T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, or Vodafone.
Turn On Mobile Hotspot on Samsung/Android
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick Settings Panel.
- Tap 'Mobile Hotspot' button to turn it on.
After activating the mobile hotspot and acquiring the network name and password, you can successfully connect through the Wi-Fi menu. While the guide focuses on connecting a mobile hotspot on a Samsung device, the instructions apply universally to devices such as iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. The only difference is the specific names of categories you need to select or tap, which vary between platforms.
Connect Mobile Hotspot using Wi-Fi Menu
- Open 'Settings'.
- Select 'Connections'.
- Tap 'Wi-Fi'.
- Find your mobile hotspot's network name in available networks and tap on it.
- Enter password.
- Tap 'Connect' and wait for the connection to be established.
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