How to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi Redmi 7 to another phone: all ways 2026

Xiaomi Redmi 7 owners often face the need to distribute mobile Internet to another phone – whether it is helping a friend without connecting or synchronizing data between devices. Despite the apparent simplicity, the process can be complicated by connection errors, operator restrictions or non-obvious MIUI settings. This article will not just list the standard steps, but will reveal all the nuances of Internet distribution on Redmi 7, including alternative methods and solving typical problems.

The main feature of the model is that it works on the basis of MIUI 10/11/12 (Depending on the firmware version, where the access point configuration interface may differ from new Xiaomi devices, we will look not only at the classic modem mode method, but also at lesser-known options, such as distribution via Bluetooth or other devices. USB-And for those of you who have experienced the "Can't Turn on the Access Point" error, we'll give you a unique solution to reset your network settings through the engineering menu.

Preparing the phone for the distribution of the Internet

Before you turn on the hotspot, make sure your Redmi 7 is ready to give away mobile traffic.

• 📶 Check the mobile internet: Make sure the main phone has a stable connection to the phone. 3G/4G (If the Internet is running over Wi-Fi, you can't give it away as a mobile phone.
• 🔋 Battery charge: Internet distribution actively consumes energy. Charges below 30% can cause the access point to automatically shut down.
• 📱 Update the firmware: In older versions MIUI (below 12.0.3) were bugs with modem mode. → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔒 Operator restrictions: Some tariffs block the distribution of the Internet (especially MTS and Tele2).Clarify the conditions with the operator or temporarily connect the option "Modem / Access Point".

If you’ve tried to share the internet before and encountered errors, reset your network settings: go to Settings → System → Additional → Settings Reset → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth settings. This will delete all the saved networks, but often solves connection problems.

Method 1: Distribution via Wi-Fi access point (recommended)

This is the most versatile and quickest method, but it requires the right setup.

1. Open Settings on Redmi 7.
2. Go to Access Point and Modem (in some versions of MIUI – Additional → Modem).
3. Select the Wi-Fi Access Point.
4. Activate the Wi-Fi Access Point slider.
5. Click Access Point Settings to Ask: 🔐 Name of the network (SSID): Think of a unique name (for example, Redmi7_Hotspot). 🔑 Password: Minimum 8 Symbols, use numbers and letters. 📡 Range: Choose 2.4 GHz (5 GHz on Redmi 7 unsupported). ⚙️ Safety: Leave WPA2-PSK (best-case).

Save the settings and turn on the access point.

Now, on the second phone, find the Wi-Fi hotspot you created on your network, enter your password, and connect. If you don't connect, check:

• 🔄 Reboot both phones.
• 📴 Turn off traffic savings in Settings → Battery and productivity → Saving traffic.
• 🛠️ Update the settings APN (Operator access points) in Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN).

Mobile Internet is stable|Battery charged at more than 30%|Network name and password are given|Traffic savings offline-->

Method 2: Distributing the Internet via Bluetooth

If Wi-Fi is not working or you want to save battery power, use a Bluetooth modem, which is slower (speeds up to 3 Mbps), but more reliable in the face of interference.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both phones.
2. On Redmi 7, go to Settings → Access Point and Modem → Bluetooth modem.
3. Activate the slider and wait until the second phone finds Redmi 7 in the list of available devices.
4. Connect to Redmi 7 from the second phone (couple confirmation may be required on both devices).
5. On the second phone, in Bluetooth settings, find the connected Redmi 7 device, click on it and select Use to access the Internet (the wording may vary depending on the model).

Please note:

• 🔳 Bluetooth modem consumes significantly less power than Wi-Fi, but speeds will be limited.
• 📱 Some phones (such as iPhones) may need additional settings in Settings. → Cellular service → modem.
• 🔄 If the internet doesn’t show up, reconnect your devices or reboot Bluetooth on both phones.

⚠️ Note: Some operators (e.g. Beeline) may block the distribution of Internet via Bluetooth at tariffs without the option "Modem", in which case the notification "Connection without Internet access" will appear".

Method 3: Distributing the Internet through USB-cable

The most stable, but least convenient way is to connect via USB. Suitable if you have a cable and the second phone supports USB-ethernet (most modern Android smartphones support).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi 7 to the second phone USB-cable (use original cable or certified for data transmission).
2. On Redmi 7, the notification bar will have a USB alert to transfer files. Click on it.
3. Select a mode. USB-modem (in some versions) MIUI — Transfer of the Internet USB).
4. On the second phone, wait for the notification of a new network connection.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔌 Stability: Speed is close to maximum for your fare (loss-free, like Wi-Fi).
• 🔋 Battery savings: Redmi 7 will charge from the second phone (if it supports) OTG).
• 🛡️ Security: No risk of connecting third-party devices, as is the case with Wi-Fi.

Disadvantages:

• 🔌 Cable is required (not always convenient).
• 📱 Not all phones support internet access. USB (check in the network settings).

Solving common errors in the distribution of the Internet

Even with the right setup, Redmi 7 users may encounter errors, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

1. "Cannot turn on the access point" error

Reasons:

• 📵 The operator blocks the function (often MTS and Tele2).
• 🔧 Failure in settings MIUI.
• 📱 Conflict with applications (e.g, VPN firewall).

Decisions:

• 🔄 Restart your phone and try again.
• 📡 Resetting network settings: Settings → System system → Additionally. → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
• 🛠️ Engineering menu (for advanced users): Dial in the Phone app code ##4636##. Select Phone Information. Scroll down and click Turn off the radio, then turn on the radio again.

Turn off the VPN.

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2 Devices are connected, but the internet is not working

Possible causes:

• 🌐 Wrong settings APN.
• 📵 Operator restriction (for example, tariff without option "Modem").
• 🔧 Conflict IP-address.

How to fix it:

• 📡 Check it out. APN: Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN). Choose. APN your operator (for example, for MegaFon - Internet). APN no, create a new one with operator parameters (they can be found on the official website).

🔄 Switch to the other one. SIM-card (if the phone is two-sim phone).

Only 3G.

Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Preferred type of network

⚠️ If after all the manipulations the Internet is still not distributed, check the account balance - some operators block the modem with a negative balance, even if the Internet on the phone works.

3. Access point is permanently off

A common problem on Redmi 7 is that the hotspot automatically shuts down after 5-10 minutes.

• 🔋 Battery savings.
• 📱 Background restriction MIUI.
• 🔧 Failure of the Wi-Fi module.

Decisions:

• 🔋 Turn off battery optimization for the Access Point function: Go to Settings → Battery and productivity → Control battery consumption by applications. Find the Access Point (or Settings) and select Unlimited.

Permanent access point

Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot

Optimizing the distribution of the Internet: tips for Redmi 7

To make the distribution of the Internet work smoothly and quickly, follow these recommendations:

• 📶 Select the right Wi-Fi range: Redmi 7 only has 2.4GHz available, but you can change the channel to reduce interference. To do this: Install the Wi-Fi Analyzer app from Google Play. Check which channels are less loaded in your environment. In the access point settings (Settings) → Access Point and modem → Select a free channel (e.g. 6 or 11).

Use the charger.

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Limit the number of connected devices

Turn off background apps

YouTube

Torrents

If you give away the internet regularly, consider buying an external battery or USB-Ethernet hub (for wired Internet connection) will reduce the load on the phone and improve stability.

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If the handout speed is too low, try disabling the Automatic Network Switch function in Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Sometimes the phone switches. 2G, slows down.

Security in the distribution of the Internet

Mobile Internet sharing poses potential security risks to your Redmi 7.

• 🔐 Use a complex password for the access point (at least 12 characters with numbers and letters). Avoid simple combinations like 12345678.
• 📱 Turn off the hotspot when you don't need it. Constantly active Wi-Fi increases the risk of connecting third-party devices.
• 🛡️ Set up firewall: Install NetGuard or AFWall app+ and prohibit untrusted applications from accessing the network.
• 🔍 Check Connected Devices: In the Access Point Settings (Settings) → Access Point and modem → Connected devices: you can see a list of gadgets using your Internet.