How to change the Wi-Fi password on the Xiaomi router: 3 proven ways

Changing your Wi-Fi password on a Xiaomi router is a procedure that every owner of the device will face sooner or later. The reasons range from the common suspicion that neighbors have connected to your network to the planned password change for security purposes. Unlike many other brands, Xiaomi routers offer several ways to change your password – through the Mi Wi-Fi mobile application, the web interface or even by voice (on some models with XiaoAI support).

In this article, we will discuss three official methods of changing the Wi-Fi password on Xiaomi routers (including the popular Mi Router models). 4A, AX3000, AX6000 Mi AIoT Router AC2350), We also want to talk about how to avoid common mistakes, like, did you know that when you change your password through an app, some firmware automatically resets your guest network? Or that a password less than 8 characters makes your network vulnerable to hacking in less than 5 minutes with specialized software? If not, read on.

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

Before you start changing your password, make sure you consider a few key points: First, the new password must meet security standards. Xiaomi routers support the following types of encryption:

• 🔒 WPA3-Personal — The most modern and safe (recommended for all new devices).
• 🔓 WPA2-PSK — outdated but still common standard (supported by all devices).
• ⚠️ WPA/WPA2 Mixed – hybrid mode, can reduce the speed of the connection.
• 🚫 WEP Open network – not secure, not recommended.

Second, you have to set up a backup router connection, and once you change your password, all the devices will be disconnected from Wi-Fi, and you'll either need to:

• 📱 Connect via mobile Internet and use the Mi Wi-Fi app.
• 🖥️ Connect to the router via cable (LAN-port).
• 📡 Use the guest network (if it was set up in advance).

⚠️ Warning: If you forget your current Wi-Fi password and can’t connect to your router, the only way out is a hardware reset (press the Reset button for 10 seconds!

Also check which firmware is installed on your router. outdated versions (for example, below 1.0.50 for Mi Router). 4A) may not support WPA3 You can have errors when you change your password. → System system → Update of the PO.

2. Method 1: Change password through the Mi Wi-Fi application (the easiest method)

The Mi Wi-Fi mobile app (formerly Mi Router) is the most convenient way to manage Xiaomi's router, especially if you don't want to mess around with the web interface.The app is available for Android and iOS, but note: some features (like setting up a Mesh network) may not be available in the iPhone version.

To change the password through the application:

1. Open Mi Wi-Fi and connect to your Wi-Fi network (if not already connected).
2. Go to the Wi-Fi settings section (the gear icon next to the network name).
3. Select the Wi-Fi Password.
4. Enter your current password (if requested) and a new password (lengths between 8 and 63 characters).
5. Click Save and confirm the change.

The app will automatically reconnect your smartphone to the network with a new password, but other devices (laptops, TVs, smart speakers) will have to be manually connected.

Make sure that the new password contains letters, numbers and symbols

Write your password to a secure location (for example, a password manager)

Check that the Internet connection has not broken (the indicator on the router should burn green)

Reconnect at least one device manually to ensure the network is up and running-->

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (2.0.7 and below) will turn off the guest network after changing your password through the app, and if you need it, you will have to reconfigure it in the Additional Settings section. → Guest network.

If the Mi Wi-Fi app doesn’t see your router, try:

• 🔄 Restart router (disable power for 30 seconds).
• 📱 Reinstall the application.
• 🌐 Connect to the router via cable and update the firmware.

Method 2: Change password through the web interface (for power users)

The web interface of the Xiaomi router offers more fine-tuning options than a mobile application. For example, here you can choose the type of encryption (WPA3 or WPA2), You can set up Wi-Fi schedules or limit speeds for individual devices, but the interface can be challenging for beginners.

To change the password through the web interface:

1. Connect to the router network (via Wi-Fi or cable).
2. Open your browser and type in 192.168.31.1 (or miwifi.com for new models).
3. Enter the username and password of the administrator (by default – admin and password from the sticker on the router).
4. Go to the Settings section → Wi-Fi (or Wireless mode in English version).
5. In the Wi-Fi password field, enter a new password. You can change the network name here (SSID) type of security.
6. Click Save and wait for the router to restart (it will take up to 2 minutes).

If the router does not restart after saving the settings or if it gives a Failed to save error, try:

• 🔄 Update the page and try again.
• 🌐 Use a different browser (Google Chrome or Firefox is recommended).
• 📡 Reset router settings to factory (Reset button).

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If you often forget passwords, come up with a generation rule, like the first letters of a favorite quote. + router-year + symbol. Example: VlD2023! (It's easy to recover that password, but it's hard to find.

Method 3: Change your password with voice (for routers with XiaoAI)

Some Xiaomi router models (e.g. Mi AIoT Router) AC2350 or AX3600) Support voice control via the built-in XiaoAI assistant, which is convenient if you are near the router and do not want to use a smartphone or computer. However, voice password change only works on Chinese firmware (global version does not support this feature).

To change the password with your voice:

1. Activate the voice assistant by saying (XiaoAI) or pressing the microphone button on the router.
2. Say the command: Wi-Fi (change the Wi-Fi password).
3. Follow the voice prompts: The assistant will ask you to name the current password (if it is set) and the new password.
4. Confirm the change with your voice ("confirm").

Limitations of the method:

• 🗣️ It only works in Chinese (English is not supported).
• 🔊 Passwords will have to be said out loud - inconvenient if there are strangers nearby.
• 📡 Not all router models support this feature (check in the specifications).

5. How to come up with a strong password for Wi-Fi on a Xiaomi router

A weak Wi-Fi password is like leaving your apartment key under the mat. According to a 2023 Kaspersky study, 67% of home networks use passwords that can be hacked in a matter of hours. To prevent your Xiaomi network from becoming an easy target, follow these rules:

What NOT to use in your password:

• 🚫 Personal information: dates of birth, pet names, phone numbers.
• 🚫 Simple sequences: 12345678, qwertyui, password.
• 🚫 Words: Dragon, Sunshine, Iloveyou.
• 🚫 Repeated symbols: aaaa1111, zxcvbnm.

How to create a strong password:

1. Use 12.+ symbols (optimally 16).
2. Combine capital and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols (!@#$%).
3. Come up with a pass phrase: for example, CotPyot Milk!2026.
4. Use a password manager (such as Bitwarden or KeePass) to generate and store.

Examples of strong passwords for Xiaomi:

• 🔐 XiaomiAX6000!Vanya Loves Pie
• 🔐 4A_Ghbdtn_2026#router
• 🔐 Mi@WiFi_Unbreakable!

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Password length of 12 characters using all types of characters (Aa1!) It's been hacked for an average of 300 years (according to HowSecureIsMyPassword.net). 8-character password is hacked in 3 days.

6. Typical password change errors and how to avoid them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that lead to loss of network access or security vulnerabilities, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to prevent them:

Mistake 1: Forgot a new password immediately after the change

Solution: Write your password down to your password manager or on paper (store it in a safe place). Xiaomi routers don't have password recovery, just a full reset!

Error 2: Used spaces or Cyrillic in the password

Some devices (especially older smartphones or printers) do not support Cyrillic in the Wi-Fi password, and gaps can cause connection errors on Windows.

Error 3: Not reconnecting all devices

Once you change your password, some devices (like Yeelight smart light bulbs or robot vacuum cleaners) don't automatically connect. They'll have to be reconfigured.

Error 4: The standard network name is left (SSID)

Default network name (for example, Xiaomi_XXXX) It gives you a model of your router, which makes it easier for hackers to do, so you'd better rename the network to something neutral, like MyHomeWiFi.

Error 5: Not updated before changing your password

On old firmware (1.0.30 and below), there is a bug: once you change your password, the router can get stuck on rebooting. Always update the software before changing your settings!

7 What to do if the Internet disappeared after changing the password

Sometimes, when you change your Wi-Fi password, the router stops giving out the Internet, and the reasons can be different, from a ban from the provider to a malfunction in the settings.

1. Check the indicators on the router: 🟢 Green/blue LED Internet – connection with the provider is available. 🔴 Red or flashing orange – the problem on the provider’s side. ⚪ White flashing – the router loads (wait 2-3 minutes).

Reboot the router:

Check the settings. WAN:

• Open the web interface (192.168.31.1).
• Go to Settings → Internet.
• Make sure the connection type (PPPoE) is, DHCP, Static IP) It is consistent with data from the provider.
• Reset to factory settings: If nothing helps, press the Reset button for 10 seconds.

⚠️ Note: If the router does not connect to the Internet after reset, it is possible that the provider has tied the router MAC-In this case, call support and report a new one. MAC-Address (you can find it in the Settings section) → Status).

If the problem persists, check:

• 📡 ISP cable (possibly damaged or poorly inserted into port) WAN).
• 📞 Settings with the provider (sometimes after changing the password, a second authorization is required).
• 🔌 Power supply (use the original power supply from Xiaomi).

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the password on Xiaomi routers