WiFi password not working after you changed it on router
After you change the WiFi password on the router, all your devices need to forget the old network and reconnect with the new password. If devices keep trying the old password, they won't connect. Restart the router, then forget the network on each device and reconnect with the new password.
Changing the router password does not automatically disconnect all devices. They keep trying to use the old password in the background. We will restart the router to force devices offline, then show you how to forget the network on each device and reconnect with the new password.
- ✓Know the exact new password you set — write it down before testing devices
- ✓Check the router settings to confirm the new password is showing correctly
- ✓Determine whether the router has separate WiFi-only and admin passwords (some routers have two)
- ✓Know whether the password includes special characters or spaces
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Changing the password but forgetting to click Save or Apply. The router will not use the new password if you don't save it
- Not restarting the router after changing the password. Devices will keep trying the old password
Signs you need professional help
- If you have saved the new password, restarted the router, and devices still show authentication error when trying to connect, give us a call and we'll check your router settings or help diagnose the issue.
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