How to log into your router

Part 1: How to log into your router

Simple steps to log into your router

Find Your Router IP Address

Find Your Router IP Address

Common IP addresses:

  • 192.168.1.1
  • 192.168.0.1
  • 10.0.0.1

You can also find it on a sticker on your router or in your device’s network details.

Connect to Your Router

Connect to Your Router

Connect your device to your router using:

  • Wi-Fi
  • or an Ethernet cable (recommended)
Open a Web Browser

Open a Web Browser

Use any web browser such as Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.

Enter the Router IP Address

Enter the Router IP Address

Type the IP address into the address bar and press Enter.

Enter Your Login Credentials

Enter Your Login Credentials

Enter your router username and password.

(Default is often admin / admin)

Access the Router Dashboard

Access the Router Dashboard

You are now logged in! You can view and change your router settings.

Save Your Changes (if you make any)

Save Your Changes (if you make any)

After making changes, click Save or Apply to keep your settings.

Part 2: Intermediate & Advanced steps

Find Your IP Address on Windows

Find Your IP Address on Windows

Press Windows + R

  • Type cmd and press Enter
  • Type ipconfig and press Enter
  • Look for “Default Gateway”
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Find Your IP Address on Mac

Find Your IP Address on Mac

Go to Apple menu > System Settings

  • Click Network
  • Select your connection
  • Click Details > TCP/IP
  • Look for “Router”
If You Can’t Access the Router

If You Can’t Access the Router

Check the IP address

  • Make sure you’re connected
  • Try http:// instead of https://
  • Try a different browser
Use a Different IP if Needed

Use a Different IP if Needed

Some routers use alternative addresses:

  • 192.168.2.1
  • 192.168.0.1
  • 192.168.100.1
  • 10.0.0.1
What If You Forgot Your Password?

What If You Forgot Your Password?

  • Try default credentials on the label
  • If changed and forgotten, you may need to reset the router.
Access Router on Mobile

Access Router on Mobile

  • Connect to Wi-Fi
  • Open browser
  • Type the router IP
  • Login as normal


Bookmark the Login Page

Bookmark the Login Page

  • Bookmark the router login page for quick access next time.
Update Router Firmware

Update Router Firmware

  • Login to router
  • Go to System Tools > Firmware Update
  • Check for updates
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