How to Change CenturyLink WiFi Password?
How Can You Set The Administrator Password on CenturyLink WiFi Modem?
What If Your Internet is Not Working Properly?
Summary
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

CenturyLink is one of the best internet service providers in the U.S. with services spread across 35 states?Arizona, Colorado, and Washington carry its largest footprint. Millions are covered by the CenturyLink DSL network making it rank among the top most providers. Fiber internet from CenturyLink is also fast becoming available in more and more service locations.

As, a new CenturyLink Internet subscriber you will soon start to discover the advantages of the service first hand?and CenturyLink Complete WiFi is one that you are likely to value the most. Because of how it transforms your experience of in-home WiFi. For this reason it is also necessary you learn to manage your CenturyLink WiFi network as best you can.

So today we will share with you information on how to change your CenturyLink WiFi password?both through both the app and the CenturyLink Wireless Modem.

How to Change CenturyLink WiFi Password?

Your WiFi password is what protects your wireless network against drive-by hackers, snoopers, and any other type of threats. This is exactly why your CenturyLink WiFi password must be changed once your equipment is all set up and service activated?it is not a good idea to keep the default SSID or password which comes printed on the label on your wireless modem.

There is nothing complex about changing your CenturyLink Internet WiFi password. The only downside of changing it is once it has been reset, you will have to log into your WiFi network on every wireless device in the house with the new password.

Now there are two different ways to change your WiFi password. The first is to change it through the My CenturyLink app, which can be easily downloaded from Apple or Google store. And the second is to change the password via the web interface of your CenturyLink Internet wireless modem.

How to Change Your WiFi Password on My CenturyLink App?

The simplest and easiest way to change your CenturyLink WiFi password is through the My CenturyLink app. If you have not downloaded it yet, you can install it right now from your app store. Once you have downloaded it, follow these steps:

Sign in using your CenturyLink credentials.
Navigate to “My Products”. And click on “Networks” in the “Control Your WiFi” menu.
Next select the WiFi network for which the password is to change.
Click on “Change Network Settings”.
On the new screen that appears, you can change your WiFi password.
Last of all, click on “Save Changes”.

In some versions of the My CenturyLink app you may see a slightly different interface. Here is what you should do:

Under the “My Products” tab, click on “Change My WiFi Password”.
On the next screen enter your new password and confirm it.
Lastly click on “Save Changes”.

What If You Can not Find the “Change WiFi Password” Option on Your CenturyLink App?

There are a few things you can try out to solve this problem?

First and foremost, check if the My CenturyLink app is up-to-date?meaning you have the latest version installed. If this is not the case, update your app at the earliest.
Make sure your CenturyLink WiFi router is functioning properly?check the status indicator lights to make sure the CenturyLink gateway device is getting power.
You can also try using the “Test My Service” link in the app, and troubleshoot any possible network issues.

Reboot the wireless modem through the CenturyLink app?or manually. To do it manually unplug the device for a minute and then plug it back in.

If nothing seems to be working for you, call at 1-855-349-9310 and speak to CenturyLink representatives?they will direct you as necessary.

How to Change Your WiFi Password via CenturyLink Wireless Modem?

Another method of changing your CenturyLink WiFi password is through the wireless modem settings. Here are the steps you must follow:

Connect a wireless device to the modem or connect via Ethernet.
Open your preferred browser and type in the CenturyLink Gateway IP i.e. http://192.168.0.1
This will bring you to CenturyLink modem settings.
Use the default username and password to log into the modem web interface. You can find this information printed on the label either at the bottom or side of the gateway device. Do note this username and password are not the same as your SSID and WiFi password.
Next click on “Wireless Setup”.
You may have the choice to select one or both of the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands at this stage. If both bands are enabled you will have to repeat the process of changing the password for both. You can however use the same password for the two bands. (For some modems this option may not be available).
Next select “Wireless Security” from the left hand menu.
And, then select the SSID which pertains to your CenturyLink Internet WiFi It is the same as printed on the label on your modem.
Enter the “Security Type” as you see it printed on the modem label.
Set the “Encryption Type” to “Both”.
In some cases you maybe asked to enter the “Authentication Type”?if yes, choose “Open”.
To change your CenturyLink WiFi password, select the “Use Custom Security Key/Passphrase” option, and enter the new password.
Lastly, click on “Apply” to save changes. And, voila! You are done.

Use your new password to reconnect all devices connected to the home network. In other words, you will need to re-enter the new password, as you will be automatically logged out of all devices after changing your CenturyLink WiFi password.

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How Can You Set The Administrator Password on CenturyLink WiFi Modem?

It is important to understand it is not difficult to gain access to your network through the use of administrator login and password for the CenturyLink WiFi modem. When your CenturyLink internet is set up, the admin username and password is what you get by default?thus the info needs to be changed for the network to be protected.

This works similar to how you change the WiFi Password through the CenturyLink modem settings via the web interface. Here is what you must do to change the default credentials to the modem settings?

Connect a wireless device to the modem or connect via Ethernet.
Open your preferred browser and type in the CenturyLink Gateway IP i.e. http://192.168.0.1
This will bring you to CenturyLink modem settings.
Use the default administrator username and password to log in. You can find this information printed on the label either at the bottom or side of the gateway device. Do note this username and password are not the same as your SSID and WiFi password.
Select “Advanced Setup” from the main menu.
Next select “Administrator Password”?you will find this under the “Security” tab which appears in the side bar on the left-hand side.
Select “Enable” to set the administrator username and password state.
Now, enter the new username and password. You will be prompted to confirm the new password.
Click “Apply” to save the changes, and you are done!

What If Your Internet is Not Working Properly?

If for some reason, your CenturyLink Internet is not working or you think you have accidentally messed up your modem settings, you can always reset the router to its default settings. However, make sure you have tried rebooting it first.

If you think the problem lies in connecting your wireless devices to the internet, then you should follow this guide to ensure smooth connections!

Summary

Well, there you go!

You should be able to change your CenturyLink WiFi password through the app or modem settings. Remember to set a strong password? numbers from 0-9 and characters from A-Z, all in all between 8 and 63 characters long.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I know my CenturyLink app is updated?

You can find this through your application store. If your app is up-to-date, you will not need to update it before using it, otherwise, update it.

What can the reset button at the back of my CenturyLink modem fix?

You can use the reset button to solve issues during online gaming, slow internet connection, network issues, and routing and connection errors.

Why is it important to change my CenturyLink modem administrator password?

The CenturyLink wireless modem comes with a default administrator username and password as is standard. But to keep your in-home network protected it is essential that you change this information once the CenturyLink Internet service is installed and activated.

What if I forget my CenturyLink WiFi password?

You can log into the Wireless Security menu, and select the “Use Default” option for your WiFi password. By doing so, your WiFi password will be changed to the default one.

By Robert/Entertainment Buzz / 25 May, 2021

How Can I Change My CenturyLink WiFi Password?

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