Where to find your Samsung hotspot password in Settings
On most Samsung phones, your hotspot password lives in the Settings app under Mobile Hotspot or Tethering. Open Settings, scroll down to find "Mobile Hotspot" or "Tethering and portable hotspot" (the exact name varies by Samsung model and Android version), tap it, then look for a field labeled "Password" or "Hotspot password." The password is already there — Samsung generates one automatically when you first turn on the hotspot, and it stays the same until you change it yourself.
If you cannot find Mobile Hotspot in your main Settings menu, try searching for it instead. Swipe down from the top of your Settings screen to find the search bar, type "hotspot," and tap the result. This works on Samsung phones running Android 10 and newer.
The password you see here is the one other people need to type into their phone or laptop to connect to your hotspot. Write it down or take a screenshot before you share it — you will need to give it to anyone who wants to use your connection.
Key Takeaways
- Your Samsung hotspot password is stored in Settings under Mobile Hotspot or Tethering and portable hotspot, in a field labeled "Password."
- Samsung creates a default password automatically; it remains the same until you change it in that same Settings menu.
- If you cannot locate the Mobile Hotspot option, use the Settings search bar to find it faster on newer Samsung phones.
- The password you see is what other people type to connect to your phone's internet — keep it private or change it if you suspect someone has used it without permission.
- Different Samsung models and Android versions use slightly different menu names, but the password field is always in the hotspot settings area.
How to change your hotspot password on Samsung
Open Settings, navigate to Mobile Hotspot or Tethering and portable hotspot, and look for the password field. Tap on the existing password to select it, delete it, and type a new one. Samsung will accept passwords between 8 and 17 characters — use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols to make it harder to guess. When you are done, tap Save or explore (the button name depends on your model).
Change your password if you have shared your hotspot with someone you no longer want to connect, if you suspect someone is using it without permission, or straightforward if you want a password that is easier to remember. The new password takes effect when ready, and anyone currently connected will be disconnected and will need the new password to reconnect.
What to do if you forgot your hotspot password
If you cannot remember your hotspot password, you do not need to reset your phone. Just go back to Settings, find Mobile Hotspot, and look at the password field — it will show you the current password in plain text (or as dots, depending on your Samsung model). If the dots are hiding it, tap the eye icon next to the password field to reveal it.
If you want a password you can actually remember, follow the steps in the section above to change it to something new. There is no penalty for changing it as often as you want.
Why Samsung hides the hotspot password by default
Samsung displays your hotspot password as dots or asterisks by default for the same reason websites hide your login password — so someone looking over your shoulder cannot see it. This is a basic security practice. The eye icon next to the password field lets you toggle between hidden and visible, so you can see the full password when you need to share it with someone, then hide it again.
If you are in a private space and want to leave the password visible, you can tap the eye icon. If you are in public or around people you do not fully trust, keep it hidden and only reveal it when you are actually giving someone the password.
Hotspot password vs. hotspot name: which one matters
Your Samsung phone broadcasts two pieces of information: the hotspot name (also called the SSID) and the hotspot password. The name is what people see when they search for available networks on their phone or laptop — it is public. The password is what they type to actually connect — it is private.
You can change both in the same Settings menu. The hotspot name is usually something like "AndroidAP" or "SamsungPhone" by default, but you can rename it to anything you want. Changing the name does not affect the password, and changing the password does not affect the name. Some people change the name to something recognizable (like their own name) and keep the password strong and random.
Troubleshooting: password field is blank or missing
If you open Mobile Hotspot settings and see no password field at all, or if the password field is blank, your phone may not have generated a default password yet. Turn off your hotspot, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on. Samsung should generate a new password automatically.
If the password field is still missing after you restart the hotspot, restart your entire phone. This clears temporary glitches that sometimes prevent the password from displaying. After the restart, go back to Settings, open Mobile Hotspot, and the password should appear.
If you are still seeing a blank field after a full phone restart, try creating a new password manually by tapping in the field and typing one. Use at least 8 characters, then tap Save. If the field remains unresponsive, your phone may have a software issue — check Samsung's website or contact your carrier to see if a software update is available for your specific model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone see my hotspot password if they are already connected?
No. Once someone connects to your hotspot, they cannot see the password from their phone — they only see that they are connected. They would need access to your Samsung phone and your Settings menu to see the actual password. If you suspect someone is using your hotspot without permission, change the password, and they will be disconnected when ready.
Is the default Samsung hotspot password find?
Samsung generates a random default password that is reasonably find — it is long enough and complex enough that random guessing is unlikely to work. However, if you have shared it with multiple people over time, or if you suspect anyone has seen it, change it to something new. A password only works if you are the only one who knows it.
What happens if I change my hotspot password while someone is using it?
They will be disconnected when ready and will not be able to reconnect without the new password. If you change it by accident, you can change it back the same way. If you changed it intentionally to disconnect someone, they will need to ask you for the new password if they want to reconnect.
Does my hotspot password reset if I restart my phone?
No. Your hotspot password stays the same even after you restart your phone, turn off the hotspot, or switch to airplane mode. It only changes if you manually change it in Settings. Samsung stores it on your phone and does not reset it unless you factory reset your entire device.
Can I use the same password for my hotspot and my Wi-Fi network?
Yes, you can use the same password for both, but it is not recommended. Your hotspot and your home Wi-Fi are separate networks with different security needs. Using different passwords makes it easier to revoke access to one without affecting the other. If someone misuses your hotspot, you can change just the hotspot password and leave your home Wi-Fi untouched.