How to change the password at the access point Xiaomi: instructions for all models of routers

Forgot your Wi-Fi password or want to update it for security? Xiaomi routers (including the popular Mi Router 4A, AX3000, AX6000 and Redmi Router models) allow you to change the network key through a web interface or the Mi WiFi mobile application. In this article, current ways to change your password, taking into account the latest firmware updates of 2026, as well as solving typical problems (for example, if the router does not save new settings or requires a reset).

The procedure takes no more than 5 minutes, but has nuances depending on the device model and version of the software. We will discuss three official methods: through the browser, application and reset button (if access to the admin panel is lost), you will also learn how to choose a strong password and why you should not use standard combinations like 12345678 or password.

⚠️ Important: After changing the password, all connected devices (smartphones, laptops, smart appliances) will be automatically disconnected from the network.

1.Preparation for changing the password: what you need to know

Before you change your password on the Xiaomi hotspot, check out three key points:

• 🔌 Router power: Make sure the device is online and the power indicator is green/blue. If it flashes orange, it's a problem with your Internet connection (password can still be changed, but access to the network will disappear).
• 📶 Connect to the router: You need access to the admin panel. Connect to the router's Wi-Fi network (even if there is no internet) or use an Ethernet cable (port). LAN back-panel).
• 🔑 Current login data: Admin is the default login, admin is the default password, or you have a sticker on the bottom of the device. If you change it and you forget it, you'll need to reset your settings.

If a Xiaomi router is connected to the Mi Cloud, you can manage it remotely via the Mi WiFi app (available for Android and iOS), but changing your Wi-Fi password will still require a local connection to the router’s network – a security requirement.

Security tip: If you change your password because of suspected hacking, first turn off the WPS function in the router settings (it is vulnerable to brute force attacks). Also check the list of connected devices in the Device Management section - there should be no unknown gadgets.

Method 1: Change passwords through the web interface (192.168.31.1)

The most versatile method, which works on all Xiaomi models, is suitable if you have access to the admin panel.

1. Open your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) and type in the address bar 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com. Press Enter.
2. Enter your login and password (admin/admin by default). If the data is not suitable, see the section on resetting.
3. Go to the Wi-Fi settings section (or Wireless Settings in English firmware).
4. In the Wi-Fi Password field, enter a new key. Recommended length — 12+ symbols using letters, numbers and special characters (for example, K)@m1L_2026!WiFi).
5. Press Save. The router will restart (it will take ~30 seconds).

⚠️ Note: If you save the router Xiaomi AX3000 or another model gives an error "Can not save the settings", try:

• 🔄 Update the firmware through the System section → Update.
• 📱 Change browser (sometimes Safari blocks saving).
• 🔌 Reconnect the router power for 10 seconds.

3. Method 2: Change password through the Mi WiFi app

The Mi WiFi mobile app is convenient for controlling the router from your phone, but requires pre-association of the device to your Xiaomi account. If you haven’t already connected the router to the application, first do:

1. Download Mi WiFi from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Connect to the router's Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the application and follow the binding instructions (you will need to scan). QR-router-code).

The password change algorithm is as follows:

1. In the main menu of the application, select your router.
2. Go to Wi-Fi Settings.
3. Click Change password and enter a new key.
4. Confirm action. The router will restart.

Important: If the Xiaomi router doesn’t show up in the app after it’s tied, make sure your phone is connected to its Wi-Fi network (not mobile internet), and make sure that the router’s settings include Remote Management.

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If the Mi WiFi app doesn’t find the router, try turning off the VPN on your phone – sometimes it blocks the local connection.

Method 3: Reset router settings (if you forgot the admin password)

If you don't remember the login data to the admin panel (192.168.31.1), the only way to get access back is to reset the hardware to the factory settings, which will delete all personal data, including the Wi-Fi name, password, attached devices and parental controls.

Instructions for all Xiaomi models (including Mi Router 4C, AX1800, AX5):

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually deepened into the case).
2. Take a paper clip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing yellow.
3. Release the button. The router will restart (~2 minutes).
4. Connect to a Wi-Fi network with a name Xiaomi_XXXX (default password is indicated on the sticker).

⚠️ Note: Once reset, the Xiaomi router can automatically download the old firmware if the auto-update was enabled, to avoid compatibility issues, immediately after the reset:

1. Go to 192.168.31.1 (login / password - admin).
2. Go to System → Update and install the latest version of the software.

5. How to Create a Strong Password for Wi-Fi

A weak password is the main reason for hacking home networks. Hackers use automated software to match popular words and numbers. To protect your Xiaomi router, follow the rules:

* Assessment for brute force attacks on the average PC (2026).

Recommendations for creating a password:

• 🔐 Use 12.+ Symbols (maximum for Xiaomi – 32).
• 🅰️ Combine registers: A ≠ a.
• 🔢 Add numbers and special symbols:!, @, #, $.
• 🚫 Avoid personal information (dates of birth, names, addresses).

💡 Lifehack: Use Bitwarden, KeePass password managers to generate and store keys. For example, a generated password might look like this: vT8#pL1m!Qx9@W4.

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

When you change your password on Xiaomi routers, users face typical problems.

Error 1: “I failed to save the settings”

Causes and solutions:

• 🔄 Outdated firmware: Update the software through the System → Update.
• 📵 Browser cache failure: Try Incognito Mode or another browser.
• 🔌 Unstable Power: Connect the router to a UPS or other source.

Error 2: After changing the password, there is no Internet connection

Probable reasons:

• 🔧 Reset provider settings: Recheck the data in the Internet section → Connection type (usually PPPoE or Dynamic) IP).
• 📡 Channel Conflict: In Wi-Fi Settings → Select Auto channel or manually specify free channel (e.g. 6 for 2.4 GHz).

Error 3: Fails to enter 192.168.31.1

What to do:

• 🔗 Check the connection: you must be connected to the Wi-Fi router or via cable LAN.
• 🔄 Restart the router (turn off power for 30 seconds).
• 🔍 Make sure that IP-The router's address is unchanged. + R → cmd:

ipconfig

Look for the main gateway line – this is the current IP of your router.

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If the Xiaomi router does not distribute Wi-Fi after the reset, check whether the access point mode is enabled in the settings (section "Mode").

7. Additional security settings

Changing your password is just the first step to protecting your network, so to minimize the risk of being hacked, set up:

1. WPS shutdown

WPS is vulnerable to Pixie Dust attacks.

1. Go to 192.168.31.1 → Wi-Fi settings → WPS.
2. Turn the switch to the off position.
3. Save the settings.

Filtration by MAC-address

Restrict access to the network to trusted devices:

1. In the Device Management section, find a list of connected gadgets.
2. Copy them. MAC-addresses (e.g. addresses, 00:1A:2B:3C:4D:5E).
3. Turn on filtering and add addresses to the whitelist.

3. Network Name Hiding (SSID)

To prevent your Wi-Fi from appearing on a public list:

1. Go to the Wi-Fi settings → Mainstream.
2. Uncheck the SSID Broadcast.
3. Save it. Now you can only connect to the network manually, knowing its name.

⚠️ Attention: Hiding SSID Does not make the network completely invisible to experienced hackers, but reduces the risk of accidental connection of unauthorized.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions