To find your mobile hotspot SSID on an Android phone, open the hotspot settings, typically under Settings > Network & internet > Hotspot & tethering > Wi-Fi hotspot, and look for the field labeled "Network name" or "SSID." The exact menu path varies by device manufacturer and Android version, but the SSID is always the network name shown in your phone's hotspot configuration.
Find the hotspot name on Android
The hotspot SSID is set in your phone's hotspot settings if the manufacturer exposes that option. Android supports Wi‑Fi hotspot configuration including SSID and BSSID, security type, hidden SSID, and operating band and channel, but the official Android documentation does not provide a single universal consumer menu path because devices vary by manufacturer.
- Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Tap Network & internet (or Connections on some devices).
- Select Hotspot & tethering (sometimes labeled Mobile Hotspot).
- Tap Wi-Fi hotspot to enter the hotspot settings.
- The SSID is displayed as the Network name or SSID. You can tap it to view or change it.
Method 3: Using Command Prompt or Terminal (ADB commands to get SSID)
Connect your phone via USB with USB debugging enabled, then run adb shell settings get global wifi_on and adb shell dumpsys wifi | grep -i "ssid" to retrieve the hotspot SSID from a computer.
Method 4: Using Router Configuration Page (for dedicated hotspot devices)
For dedicated mobile hotspot devices, connect to its Wi-Fi network, open a browser, and enter the device's IP address (often 192.168.1.1) to log in and view the SSID on the admin page.
Because Android devices vary by manufacturer, the SSID name is documented on the phone's own hotspot settings page when that setting exists.
Find the hotspot name on iPhone
On iPhone, the Personal Hotspot SSID is the iPhone's device name. To find or change it, go to Settings > General > About > Name. Apple documents that changing the device name changes the Personal Hotspot name as well. There is no separate hotspot-name field on iPhone.
- Open Settings.
- Tap General.
- Tap About.
- Tap Name to view or edit the current name. This name is what other devices see as your Personal Hotspot SSID.
Troubleshooting and what to do next
How do I change the SSID or password of my mobile hotspot?
On iPhone, change the device name at Settings > General > About > Name; the password is changed in Settings > Personal Hotspot > Wi-Fi Password.
What should I do if I cannot find the hotspot setting on my Android phone?
Ensure your phone supports hotspot tethering. Search your Settings app for "hotspot" or "tethering." If the option is missing, check with your carrier, some plans restrict hotspot use. Restarting the phone or installing system updates may also restore the setting.
What should I do if I cannot see the SSID of my mobile hotspot on Android?
Ensure the hotspot is turned on and broadcasting, restart both the phone and the connecting device, and check for Android system updates. If the SSID is still not visible, verify the hotspot is not set to hidden in its settings.
Can I hide the SSID of my mobile hotspot?
When enabled, the SSID will not appear in other devices' Wi-Fi lists, and you must manually enter the network name to connect.
What if I need more help with hotspot basics and troubleshooting?
For additional guidance on connection issues, security settings, and device limits, consult the Mobile Hotspot Basics and Troubleshooting section of your device manufacturer's support site or your carrier's help pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my iPhone hotspot SSID?
It is the same as the iPhone name, found at Settings > General > About > Name. That name is broadcast as the Personal Hotspot SSID when hotspot is turned on.
Can I set a different hotspot name on iPhone?
Not in the retrieved Apple support pages; Apple documents only changing the iPhone name, which also changes Personal Hotspot. There is no separate hotspot-name field.
Does Android have a single universal hotspot-name path?
Check your phone's hotspot settings under Network & internet or Connections.
Is it possible to find the SSID using a third-party app?
The safest approach is to use the built-in hotspot settings on your device.
