{
  "id": 11181719,
  "title": "How to Change WiFi Name",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/how-to-change-wifi-name",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-01T11:30:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/how-to-change-wifi-name/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Adjusting the name of your WiFi network can help you identify it more easily and differentiate it from nearby ones. The WiFi name, called SSID, appears when searching for available wireless networks on phones, computers, or smart TVs. Changing the WiFi name involves accessing router settings or using a dedicated router app. Connecting to the network whose name you wish to modify is the first step. Ensure the router is powered on and your device is linked to the correct network. To locate your router’s login address, inspect the router label or consult the user manual. Common addresses are 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.0.1, though these may differ. Once logged into the router’s settings page, search for Wireless, WiFi, WLAN, Wireless Settings, or Network Settings. In this section, locate the SSID field and enter your desired new WiFi name. Ensure the name is easily recognizable, avoiding personal or sensitive information. Verify the spelling and consider whether to change 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks separately if your router permits. After entering the new name, save the changes and allow the router to restart the wireless connection. You may need to reconnect devices to the updated network using the new SSID and password. If necessary, consult the router’s mobile app or contact your internet provider for assistance.",
  "summary": "Changing your WiFi name can make your wireless network easier to identify and manage. The WiFi name, also known as the SSID, is the name that appears when you search for available wireless networks on your phone, computer, or smart TV. Learning how to change WiFi name can help you personalize your network and distinguish [...] The post How to Change WiFi Name appeared first on Kahawatungu .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}