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How to share WiFi with friends without giving the password in 5 easy steps
Learn how to share WiFi with friends without revealing your password using simple tools like QR codes, iPhone sharing, guest networks and hotspots.
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Use your phone’s built-in WiFi sharing option
Most phones now let you share WiFi without typing the password. On Android, tap your connected WiFi network and choose “Share.” Your phone will generate a QR code your friend can scan. It is quick, secure and avoids spelling mistakes or sharing long passwords.
Most phones now let you share WiFi without typing the password. On Android, tap your connected WiFi network and choose “Share.” Your phone will generate a QR code your friend can scan. It is quick, secure and avoids spelling mistakes or sharing long passwords.
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Let iPhone share the password automatically
If you and your friend use iPhones, Apple makes WiFi sharing effortless. Keep both devices close, turn on Bluetooth and open the WiFi settings. When your friend tries to connect, your iPhone will pop up a message asking if you want to share the password. Tap “Share,” and that’s it.
If you and your friend use iPhones, Apple makes WiFi sharing effortless. Keep both devices close, turn on Bluetooth and open the WiFi settings. When your friend tries to connect, your iPhone will pop up a message asking if you want to share the password. Tap “Share,” and that’s it.
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Use a QR code generator for older phones
If someone’s phone cannot scan the automatic QR code option, you can create one manually. Many free websites and apps let you generate a WiFi QR code. Enter your network name and password once, save the code and let friends scan it whenever they visit.
If someone’s phone cannot scan the automatic QR code option, you can create one manually. Many free websites and apps let you generate a WiFi QR code. Enter your network name and password once, save the code and let friends scan it whenever they visit.
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Share WiFi through a guest network
Some routers allow you to set up a separate “Guest Network.” This lets friends connect to the internet without accessing your main devices or shared files. You can keep the main password private and simply share the guest network details whenever someone needs quick access.
Some routers allow you to set up a separate “Guest Network.” This lets friends connect to the internet without accessing your main devices or shared files. You can keep the main password private and simply share the guest network details whenever someone needs quick access.
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Turn on temporary hotspot sharing
If you don’t want anyone on your home WiFi at all, you can create a temporary hotspot on your phone. Set a simple password and share it verbally. Once your friend is done, turn off the hotspot. This keeps your main WiFi completely private and still helps them connect.
If you don’t want anyone on your home WiFi at all, you can create a temporary hotspot on your phone. Set a simple password and share it verbally. Once your friend is done, turn off the hotspot. This keeps your main WiFi completely private and still helps them connect.
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