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How to access your WLAN details and change it?

Tech Mafia™ May 04, 2020

đź”°View Wi-Fi details (on your phone)



 Android (generic steps — may vary slightly by vendor)

1. Open Settings → Network & internet (or Connections).
2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the network you’re connected to (or the gear / info icon next to it).
4. You’ll see details such as SSID (network name), signal strength, frequency (2.4/5 GHz), IP address, gateway, DNS, MAC (on some phones), and security type.
5. To remove the network: choose Forget. To change how you connect (e.g., use a static IP), choose Advanced or Modify network.

 iPhone / iOS

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the i icon next to the connected network.
3. View IP address, Subnet Mask, Router (gateway), DNS, Client ID, and Security.
4. To forget the network: tap Forget This Network.


 Change Wi-Fi settings (SSID, password, channel, security) from your phone


Important: Changing SSID/password requires access to the router’s admin interface (or the router vendor’s mobile app). You must be the owner or have explicit permission.

 Option A — Using the router’s mobile app (preferred when available)


1. Install the router vendor’s app (examples: TP-Link Tether, Netgear Nighthawk, Asus Router, Linksys).
2. Connect your phone to the router’s Wi-Fi.
3. Open the app, sign in (may require creating an account), and select your router.
4. Look for Wireless / Wi-Fi settings — from there you can change SSID, Wi-Fi password, security type (WPA2/WPA3), guest network, schedule, etc.
5. Save/apply changes and reconnect your devices using the new credentials.

 Option B — Using a web browser (universal)


1. Make sure your phone is connected to the router’s Wi-Fi.
2. Open a browser and enter the router admin IP — common ones: `192.168.1.1`, `192.168.0.1`, or `192.168.1.254`. (If unsure, check your phone’s Gateway in Wi-Fi details.)
3. Log in with the router admin username/password. (If you don’t know them and you own the router, check the sticker on the router or the manual; otherwise contact the owner.)
4. In the admin UI find Wireless, Wi-Fi, or SSID settings. Change Network name (SSID), Password (Pre-Shared Key), and Security.
5. Apply/save settings. The router may restart; you’ll then need to reconnect with the new password.

> Note: If you cannot log in because the admin password is unknown, do not attempt to bypass it. If you own the router you can perform a factory reset (usually a press-and-hold of the reset button) — this restores defaults but erases custom settings.

 Common adjustments you might make

  •  Change SSID (friendly name) — helps identify your network.
  •  Change Wi-Fi password to a strong passphrase (12+ characters, mix of letters, numbers, symbols).
  •  Set Security to WPA3 or WPA2-AES (avoid WEP or WPA-TKIP).
  •  Enable/disable Guest network for visitor access.
  •  Change Channel (2.4 GHz) or DFS/Auto (5 GHz) to reduce interference.
  •  Choose Band steering if you want the router to prefer 5 GHz for capable clients.
  •  Configure DHCP or set a static IP for specific devices.
  •  Enable Remote management only if needed (and secure it) — otherwise keep it off.

 Troubleshooting & tips

  •  After changing SSID/password, you must reconnect every Wi-Fi device using the new credentials.
  •  If you can’t access the router’s admin page, check your phone’s Gateway IP (Wi-Fi → Advanced) — that’s the address to open.
  •  If the router app requires a cloud account and you prefer local control, use the browser admin UI instead.
  •  Keep router firmware up to date (check the admin UI or vendor app).
  •  Back up router settings before major changes (some routers support export/import).
  •  Use MFA for your router vendor account if the app uses cloud login.

 Security best practices

  •  Use WPA3 (or WPA2-AES) + a strong password.
  •  Change the router admin password from the default immediately.
  •  Disable WPS (it can be insecure).
  •  Enable guest network for visitors and isolate it from your LAN.
  •  Enable automatic updates if available, or check firmware regularly.
  •  Regularly review connected devices and remove unknown ones.
  •  Use network segmentation (IoT on a separate SSID) for better security.

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