To find the SSID on your iPhone 11, open Settings and tap Wi-Fi. The network you are currently connected to is listed at the top of the screen with a blue checkmark, and its name is the SSID.
How to find SSID on iPhone 11 in settings
The fastest way to find the SSID of your currently connected Wi-Fi network is through the Settings app. This method is ideal when you need to share the network name with a guest or verify your connection.
- Unlock your iPhone 11 and open the Settings app.
- Tap Wi-Fi. If Wi-Fi is on, your iPhone will automatically search for networks.
- Look at the top of the list. The network with a blue checkmark is the one you are connected to; its name is the SSID.
- In Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the Info icon next to a network for more details.
AT&T's iPhone 11 support says to swipe down from the upper right corner to open Control Center, then select the Wi‑Fi icon.
How to find the SSID for a hidden network
If the network you need is not broadcasting its name, you can find the default SSID on the router’s physical label. This is useful when setting up a new connection or troubleshooting a hidden network.
- Locate the label on the back or underside of your router.
- Look for an entry labeled “SSID” or “Network Name.”
- On your iPhone 11, go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap Other.
- Enter the Network Name (SSID) exactly as it appears on the label, then select the Security type and enter the Password if required.
For a hidden network, AT&T says choose Other on the Wi‑Fi screen and enter the Network Name (SSID), Security, and Password if needed.
How to see saved Wi-Fi networks in the passwords app
You can also view a list of saved Wi-Fi networks using the Passwords app. This is a helpful alternative when you need to confirm a network name without opening Wi-Fi settings, especially when managing wireless passwords across multiple devices.
- Open the Settings app and tap Passwords. Authenticate with Face ID or your passcode.
- Tap Wi-Fi at the top of the screen.
- The currently connected network appears at the top of the list. The name shown is the SSID.
Apple says you can also use the Passwords app to see saved Wi‑Fi networks, where the connected network’s name appears at the top.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does SSID stand for?
SSID stands for Service Set Identifier. It is the technical term for the name of a Wi-Fi network.
Can I change the SSID from my iPhone?
No. The SSID is set by the router, not by the iPhone. To change it, you must access the router’s settings through a web browser or its companion app.
What is the difference between the network name and the password?
The network name (SSID) identifies the Wi-Fi network so devices can find it. The password is the security key required to join that network. If you need to look up how to change wireless password AT&T, you would log into the AT&T router’s admin page, not the iPhone.
Can I find the SSID from Control Center?
Control Center can open Wi-Fi controls, but it does not display the network name. You must go to Settings > Wi-Fi to see the SSID of your connected network.
