How to Secure Your iPhone Personal Hotspot

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Navigate to Hotspot settings

   Open the Settings app from your Home Screen. Tap Personal Hotspot to access your connectivity configuration menu.

2. 1 min

   Update your Wi-Fi password

   Tap Wi-Fi Password. Enter a new, complex alphanumeric password at least 8 characters long to replace the default generated code. Tap Done in the top-right corner to save the changes.

   Note: Avoid using your Apple ID password or common dictionary words.
3. 30 sec

   Enable Maximized Compatibility

   Locate the Maximize Compatibility toggle. Ensure this is switched off unless you are connecting legacy devices, as disabling it ensures the use of stronger WPA3 encryption protocols.

   Note: Maximized Compatibility forces 2.4GHz and can degrade connection speeds.
4. 30 sec

   Manage active connections

   Return to the main Settings menu and tap Wi-Fi or look for the Personal Hotspot icon in the Control Center. Swipe down from the top-right corner to view active connections in the connectivity card.

5. 1 min

   Revoke unauthorized devices

   To immediately disconnect an unknown device, toggle the Allow Others to Join switch to the Off position. This terminates all active sessions instantly. Re-enable the switch when you are ready to allow authorized devices to reconnect.

   Note: Changing your password will also forcefully disconnect all currently tethered devices.