If your computer is running Windows 11 or Windows 10 and has an Internet connection, you can easily turn it into a mobile hotspot by sharing the Internet connection over Wifi with other devices. The process of sharing Wifi on Windows 11 is straightforward; just follow the instructions presented below.
Guide to Enable Wifi and Share Wifi on Windows 11
Creating a Wifi Hotspot on Windows 11
To establish a mobile hotspot on Win 11, follow these steps:
Step 1: Click on the Windows icon in the taskbar.
Step 2: Next, select Settings from the menu.
Step 3: In the Settings window, click on Network & internet from the left panel.
Step 4: Afterward, click on the Mobile hotspot option.
Step 5: Choose the connection you want to use for the hotspot from the drop-down menu (if you have multiple connections) under Share my internet connection.
Step 6: In the Share Over section, choose how you want to share your connection.
In step 7, click on the Edit button under Properties.
Step 8: Enter username and password for your Wifi hotspot. Then, click Save to store the settings.
Step 9: Turn on Mobile Hotspot to On status, and you have successfully transformed your Windows 11 computer into a mobile hotspot.
With just a few easy steps, you can broadcast Wifi on Windows 11. Additionally, if you want to view the connected Wifi password on your computer and phone, you can refer to the steps provided here.
- Reference: How to View Wifi Password 2022
Afterwards, you'll be able to explore your Windows 11 mobile hotspot just like any other Wifi connection from devices like smartphones or tablets. If you're using Win 10, check out the Guide to Share Wifi on Windows 10 here.