Find Your Wi-Fi SSID on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android & Routers

How to Find Your Wi‑Fi SSID

Windows

1. Open the Start menu and type "Network & Internet Settings".
2. Click "Status" and then choose "Network and Sharing Center".
3. In the left pane, click your Wi‑Fi connection name. The SSID shows under "Network name".

macOS

1. Click the Wi‑Fi icon in the menu bar.
2. Hold Option and click the network name; the SSID appears in the drop‑down list.

iOS

1. Open Settings and tap Wi‑Fi.
2. Tap the information icon (i) next to the connected network.
3. The SSID is displayed under "Network Name".

Android

1. Open Settings and tap Network & Internet.
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, then tap the gear icon next to the connected network.
3. The SSID is listed under "Network name".

Router Admin Pages

For most routers, log into the admin interface via a web browser:

• Linksys: http://192.168.1.1, navigate to Wireless > Basic Settings.
• Netgear: http://192.168.0.1, go to Wireless > Basic.
• TP‑Link: http://192.168.0.1, select Wireless > Basic Settings.
• Asus: http://192.168.1.1, choose Wireless > Basic.

In each case, the SSID appears in the Wireless Network Name field. If the SSID is hidden, the field will be blank or show a placeholder.

Quick Checklist

• Is the SSID broadcast? Look for the "Enable SSID broadcast" checkbox in the router settings.
• Is the network hidden? A hidden SSID will not appear in the list of available networks.

FAQ

Q: My Wi‑Fi SSID is not showing on my device. A: Ensure the router is broadcasting the SSID and that the device is within range.

Q: How do I make a hidden SSID visible? A: Log into the router admin page and enable the SSID broadcast option.

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