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How to Turn On a Mobile Hotspot on Android

Share a phone's cellular data connection over Wi-Fi.

Quick Answer

Open Settings and find Hotspot & tethering or Mobile Hotspot, then enable it.

Step by Step

  1. Confirm cellular data is working.
  2. Open Settings.
  3. Open Network & internet, Connections, or a similar section.
  4. Select Hotspot & tethering or Mobile Hotspot.
  5. Review the network name and password.
  6. Turn the hotspot on.
  7. Connect the other device.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Availability and limits depend on the cellular plan.
  • Hotspot use can consume battery and mobile data quickly.