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Summary
This article explains how to find (view) and change the Mobile Hotspot password on a Samsung Galaxy (Android) phone.
Who This Article Is For
Gwinnett County employees who have been granted Mobile Hotspot access on their County-standard Samsung Galaxy phone.
Before You Begin
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Not everyone has Mobile Hotspot enabled. If you do not see the Mobile Hotspot option or cannot turn it on, you will need to submit a request for Mobile Hotspot access/service.
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Mobile Hotspot uses your phone’s cellular data connection (it may impact data usage and battery life).
How to find (view) your current Mobile Hotspot password
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Open Settings.
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Tap Connections.
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Tap Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
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Tap Mobile Hotspot (tap the words, not just the toggle).
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Find the Password field to view the current hotspot password. (You may also see your hotspot network name on this screen.)
How to change your Mobile Hotspot password
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Open Settings > Connections > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
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Tap Mobile Hotspot.
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Tap Password.
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Enter a new password, then tap Save (or Apply, depending on your phone).
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Reconnect any devices using the hotspot (they will need the new password).
Optional: Connect using a QR code (no password typing)
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Open Settings > Connections > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
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Tap QR code and scan it from the other device to connect.
Need Help?
Contact the IT Service Desk for assistance.