Reset your Starlink WiFi password through the Starlink app or web interface
You can change your Starlink WiFi password in two ways: through the Starlink mobile app (fastest) or through the web browser interface on any device connected to your network. Both methods take about five minutes and require you to be logged into your Starlink account. The password you set becomes active when ready on all your devices — you will need to reconnect to the network with the new password after you change it.
If you have forgotten your password entirely and cannot reconnect to the network, you can reset the Starlink router to factory settings, which erases all custom settings and returns the WiFi name and password to their defaults. This is a last resort because it also removes any other changes you made to your network, such as guest networks or port forwarding rules.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Starlink app, go to Menu > WiFi Settings, and select Change WiFi Password to set a new one without losing any other settings.
- You can also log into the web interface at 192.168.100.1 from any connected device and change the password there.
- After you change the password, all your devices will disconnect and you will need to rejoin the network with the new password.
- If you cannot remember your password and have no devices connected, reset the router to factory defaults by holding the reset button for 10 seconds.
- A factory reset erases all custom network settings, so use it only when you cannot access the router any other way.
Change your password using the Starlink app
Open the Starlink app on your phone or tablet and tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap WiFi Settings. You will see your current WiFi network name and a button labeled Change WiFi Password — tap it.
Type your new password into the field that appears. Starlink requires passwords to be at least eight characters long and recommends mixing uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols to make it harder to guess. Tap Save or Confirm when you are done. The app will show a confirmation message, and your router will restart the WiFi network with the new password within a few seconds.
Once the network restarts, you will be disconnected. Go to your device's WiFi settings, find your Starlink network name, and reconnect using the new password you just created. Repeat this for every device on your network — phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and any other WiFi-connected devices.
Change your password using the web interface
If you prefer not to use the app, you can change your password through any web browser on a device that is already connected to your Starlink network. Open a browser and go to 192.168.100.1 in the address bar. You will see the Starlink router login page.
Log in with your Starlink account email and password. Once you are logged in, look for a WiFi or Network section in the menu on the left side of the page. Click WiFi Settings or Change Password, depending on what your version of the interface shows. Enter your new password, confirm it by typing it again, and click Save.
The router will restart and your WiFi network will go down for about 30 seconds. When it comes back up, reconnect all your devices using the new password. This method works the same way as the app — the password takes effect when ready and applies to all devices on your network.
Reconnect your devices after changing the password
After you change your password, every device that was connected to your Starlink network will lose its connection. This is normal and expected. Go to each device's WiFi settings, find your Starlink network name in the list of available networks, and tap or click it.
When prompted for the password, type the new password you just created. Make sure you type it exactly as you set it — passwords are case-sensitive, meaning uppercase and lowercase letters are treated as different characters. Once you enter the correct password, the device will connect and you should have internet access again.
Devices that connect automatically (like smart home devices or streaming boxes) may take a minute or two to reconnect on their own. If a device does not reconnect after a few minutes, manually enter the new password in that device's WiFi settings.
Reset your router to factory defaults if you cannot access the settings
If you have forgotten your Starlink account password, cannot log into the app, or have no devices currently connected to your network, you can reset the router itself. This erases all custom settings including your WiFi password and returns everything to the factory defaults. The default WiFi name and password are printed on a sticker on the back or bottom of your Starlink router.
To reset the router, locate the small reset button on the back of the device. Using a paperclip, pen, or similar thin object, press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds. The lights on the router will blink and turn off, then come back on. This process takes about two minutes total. Once the lights stabilize, the router has been reset.
After the reset, your WiFi network will broadcast with the default name and password shown on the sticker. Connect your devices using those credentials. Then log back into the Starlink app or web interface with your account information and set a new custom password following the steps above. A factory reset also removes any guest networks, port forwarding rules, or other custom network settings you had configured, so you will need to set those up again if you had them.
What to do if you still cannot connect after resetting
If the router does not respond after you press the reset button, or if the lights do not blink, the button may not be registering your press. Try using a different thin object or pressing slightly harder. Some reset buttons are recessed and require firm pressure.
If the router still does not reset, unplug the power cable from the back of the device, wait 30 seconds, and plug it back in. This performs a hard restart, which sometimes works when the reset button does not. The router will take about two minutes to fully boot up. Once the lights are stable, try connecting with the default credentials from the sticker.
If you still cannot connect or see your network name, contact Starlink support through the app or at their website. There may be a hardware issue with the router that requires replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to reset the router to change my password?
No. Resetting the router should be your last option. Use the Starlink app or web interface to change your password — both methods are faster and preserve all your other network settings. Reset the router only if you cannot access the app or web interface.
Will changing my WiFi password disconnect my internet?
Your internet connection itself will not be interrupted. However, your WiFi devices will disconnect from the network because they no longer have the correct password. You will need to reconnect each device manually with the new password. Devices that are connected by ethernet cable will stay online.
What if I forget the new password I just set?
You can change it again using the Starlink app or web interface as long as you have at least one device still connected to the network. If all devices are disconnected and you cannot remember the password, reset the router to factory defaults and start over.
Can I set the same password for multiple Starlink routers?
Yes. Each Starlink router has its own separate WiFi settings, so you can set them all to the same password if you want. Change each router individually through its own app or web interface. This makes it easier to switch between routers, but keep in mind that your devices may connect to whichever router has the stronger signal.
How often should I change my WiFi password?
There is no set schedule. Change it if you think someone unauthorized has access to your network, if you have guests who no longer need access, or if you straightforward want to update it. Most people change their password once every few months or when they notice unusual network activity.