How to share the Internet from Xiaomi phone: all ways to distribute in 2026

Xiaomi’s modern smartphones allow you to turn into full-fledged Wi-Fi hotspots, distributing mobile Internet to other devices. This feature, known as modem mode, becomes a salvation when you don’t have a router at hand or you need to urgently connect a laptop, tablet or even another phone to the network. But how to properly configure the distribution to avoid connection problems or speed limits?

In this article, we will analyze all available ways to distribute the Internet on Xiaomi – from classic Wi-Fi to lesser-known methods via Bluetooth and other devices. USB-You'll learn how to turn on the access point on different versions. MIUI, What settings optimize connection stability, and what to do if devices can't see your network, and also how to get around carrier restrictions and save traffic when handing out.

1. Preparation of Xiaomi phone for the distribution of the Internet

Before you turn on modem modem, make sure your Xiaomi is ready for the task. Here are the key points users often miss:

• 📶 Check the signal level. If you're having a weak reception (1-2 If you divide on the indicator, the distribution will be unstable, you should move closer to the window or use an external antenna (if supported).
• 🔋 The battery charge should be at least 30%. The distribution of the Internet actively consumes energy - at low charge, the phone can automatically turn off the access point.
• 📱 Update. MIUI. Older versions of firmware have modem bugs. Check the relevance of the software in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📊 Tariff plan: Some operators (e.g. Tele2 or Yota) may have their Internet distribution blocked or charged separately.

Special attention should be paid to the energy saving settings, Xiaomi can default to optimizing, which suspends background processes - including the access point.

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Mode.
2. Choose No Limits or High Performance.
3. In Battery Optimization, find the Settings app (or Modem Modem) and turn off optimization for it.

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If you often give out the Internet, add a modem shortcut to the home screen. To do this, pinch the empty space on the screen → Widgets → find Modem Modem and drag it to a convenient place.

2. Internet distribution via Wi-Fi (access point)

It’s the most popular and convenient way to share the internet, and it works on all Xiaomi models, from the budget Redmi to the flagship Xiaomi 14.

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Network and Internet → Access Point and modem (on some firmwares the path may differ: Connections → Access Point).
3. Slip on the Wi-Fi hotspot.
4. Turn the switch on in the on position.
5. When you first turn on, the system will suggest setting the network name (SSID) and password.

Once activated, other devices will be able to see your network in the list of available Wi-Fi, but there are a few nuances that will improve the work:

• 🔒 Security. Use it. WPA2-PSK (or WPA3, If it's supported, instead of an open network, it'll protect your traffic from third-party connections.
• 📡 Frequency Range: In the access point settings (the gear icon next to the switch), select 5 GHz if your devices support this range, which is less crowded and provides higher speeds.
• 🔄 Turn off the option to turn off when inactive if you want the access point to work constantly.

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If connected devices cannot access the Internet, check:

1. Does the phone distribute traffic itself (open your browser and check the connection).
2. Does the antivirus or firewall block access to the network on the connected device?
3. Is the tariff limit exceeded (some operators limit distribution after the packet is exhausted).

3. Internet distribution via Bluetooth

This method is less popular, but it has its advantages: it saves battery power and works more stable than Wi-Fi in jamming conditions. However, the connection speed will be lower (usually up to 3 Mbps), which is enough for messengers or mail, but not for high-resolution video.

To distribute the Internet via Bluetooth:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both devices (on Xiaomi and the one that will connect).
2. On Xiaomi phone, go to Settings → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem.
3. Activate the Bluetooth modem option.
4. On the second device, find your Xiaomi in the list of available Bluetooth devices and connect to it.
5. In the connection settings on the second device, select the option to Access the Internet (or Use to transfer data).

Important: Some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 or POCO X3) may require additional permission settings.

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 On Xiaomi, remove the saved pairing with the device and run it again.
• 🔧 In Bluetooth settings on Xiaomi, enable Visibility for All (temporary measure to simplify connectivity).

4. Internet distribution through USB-cable

This is a good way to connect to computers or laptops that require a stable connection without any loss of speed.

• 🔌 No battery consumption of the phone (it is charged during the handout).
• 🚀 Speed is limited only by possibilities. USB-port (up to 480 Mbps for USB 2.0).
• 🔒 More secure as cable eliminates unauthorized connection.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Connect your phone to your computer through the original USB-cable (cheap cables may not support data transmission).
2. On the phone in the notification that appears, select File Transfer (MTP) or Charging Only - this is not critical, as we will turn on the modem.
3. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem.
4. Activate the option. USB-modem.

On a Windows computer, drivers are usually installed automatically.

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 🖥️ In Windows Device Manager, check if there is an exclamation point next to Network Adapters. → Remote NDIS.
• 🔧 Install official Xiaomi drivers from the manufacturer’s website or through Mi PC Suite.

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USB-distribution is the only way to connect to computers without a Wi-Fi adapter (for example, a stationary PC).

MacOS or Linux may require additional network settings, such as Linux, where you sometimes need to manually configure the usb0 interface:

sudo ifconfig usb0 up


sudo dhclient usb0

5. Optimization of speed and stability of distribution

Even if the hotspot is on, the speed can be slow and the connection can be intermittent.

For advanced users, you can manually configure network settings in Xiaomi, such as changing the Wi-Fi channel or bandwidth:

1. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi Access Point → More
2. Select a channel with minimal load (use applications like WiFi Analyzer for ether analysis).
3. For 5 GHz, set a 40 MHz channel width (balance between speed and stability).

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If you're giving out the Internet for online gaming, turn on the Low Lag option (if any) in the hotspot settings, which will reduce ping by prioritizing packets.

6. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, there can be errors. Consider typical scenarios and their solutions:

⚠️ Note: If, after connecting to the access point, the devices receive IP-address, but the internet is not working, check your settings APN (access point) from your operator. APN — frequent cause of such problems.

Problem 1: The phone doesn't give away the Internet, even though the hotspot is on.

• 📱 Reboot the phone.
• 🔧 Check if the firewall is blocking or VPN net-access.
• 📡 Make sure that mobile data is enabled (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks).

Problem 2: Devices are connected, but the speed is extremely low (less than 1 Mbps).

• 📶 Check the strength of the mobile network signal. If it's weak, move closer to the window or use a repeater.
• 🔄 Switch from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz (or vice versa).
• 📵 Turn off traffic savings in settings SIM-map.

Problem 3: The access point itself shuts down after a few minutes.

• 🔋 Turn off the Adaptive Battery in Settings → Battery.
• 📵 In the access point settings, disable the option to Disable when inactivity.
• 🔧 Add the app Settings in the exception of battery optimization.

7. Security in the distribution of the Internet

Open access points are a potential threat to your data, and here's how to protect yourself:

• 🔐 Use a complex password. Use a combination of 12.+ Avoid simple passwords like 12345678 or qwerty.
• 🔄 Change your password regularly. If you give out the Internet frequently in public, change your password once a week.
• 📵 Disable inactivity. Set up automatic shutdown of the access point via 5-10 Minutes without connected devices.
• 🛡️ VPN If you're sharing the Internet over a public network, turn it on. VPN, traffic-encrypting.

You should also limit the number of connected devices. Xiaomi allows you to connect up to 10 devices by default, but the more of them, the higher the load on the processor and battery. The optimal number is 2-3 devices.

If you're giving out Internet in a cafe, airport or other public place, be careful: malicious actors may try to connect to your network to steal data.

• 🔍 Periodically check the list of connected devices in the settings of the access point.
• 🚫 Turn off the distribution when you don’t need it.
• 🔧 Use Filtration. MAC-Addresses (if supported by your Xiaomi model).

8. Alternative ways of distributing the Internet

If standard methods don’t work or you need additional features, consider these options:

• 📡 Distribution apps. Programs like PdaNet.+ Or ClockworkMod Tether, which allows you to distribute the Internet even at the tariffs that are blocked by the operator.
• 🔌 If you have access to Wi-Fi but you need to give it away over your phone, use applications like NetShare or Reverse Tethering.
• 📶 External 4G-For constant distribution of the Internet (for example, when traveling), it is more convenient to use portable routers Xiaomi Mi WiFi or 4G-routers SIM-map.

For owners of Xiaomi root-rights available advanced settings:

su


setprop tether_dun_required 0




netcfg rndis0 dhcp

These commands disable the operator's check for distribution (does not work on all firmware).

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Using third-party distribution apps may violate your tariff terms. Please specify the operator's policy before installing them.

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