How can I change my xfinity Wi-Fi password?

Go to www.xfinity.com/myaccount with your xfinity username and password. Open settings>internet>Wi-Fi credentials>edit. This will give you a screen to change your Wi-Fi name and password. Once you have changed it click save. Now reconnect your devices with the new username and password.

How to view Xfinity Wi-Fi Password

We live in a highly technologized world and such we operate multiple gadgets from laptops, tablets, smartphones and added to that there numerous passwords that we need to remember. It is not unusual for you to forget your Wi-Fi password. When this happens you can follow this steps to view your password. Note that these procedures are for those who have rented out xfinity hardware, the instructions may vary for other devices not owned by xfinity:

If you are using an xfinity xFi Gateway router you can use your X1 TV box to send a series of voice commands. Here hold your microphone button and give the commands, “What’s my Wi-Fi password?” or “What’s my Wi-Fi information”. You will have the passwords displayed on the screen. The passwords will be for your two bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

If you do not have the xFi Gateway, press xfinity on your remote then press the right arrow and go to the gear icon. From here press the down arrow until you get to help. Press the right arrow and choose the Wi-Fi title under the troubleshooting section. You will then see the Wi-Fi passwords and network names displayed.

If you have the xfinity xFi Gateway you can change your Wi-Fi settings by going to the xfinity status center, My Account online or on the mobile app.

Using the xfinity admin tool

If you are into IT you can go to the xfinity admin page by logging into http://10.0.01 and using your username: admin and password. Select login and on the left navigation menu choose Gateway>Connection>Wi-Fi. Under the tab Private Wi-Fi network you will see the SSID of your Wi-Fi network. Select edit and you will see edits for your two bands (2.4GHz and 5GHz). Check the box labeled show network password and you should be able to view it.

When you purchase the xFi Gateway you will notice that it comes with a default Wi-Fi network names and password. It is required that you change this to something personal during installation as it makes it very easy for someone to gain access to your network. You can also check the bottom of the router for the default Wi-Fi information.

Xfinity internet promotional prices for the West

Name	Price	Download speed
Performance Starter Plus	$34.99	50Mbps
Performance Select	$44.99	100Mbps
Performance Pro Plus	$59.99	200Mbps
Blast! Pro Plus	$74.99	400Mbps
Extreme Pro Plus	$84.99	800Mbps
Gigabit	$94.99	1,200Mbps

These prices are effective from the 10/4/21 and the offers depend on availability and location.

Benefits of renting the xFi Gateway

Xfinity does rent its XFi Gateway. It is not a must that you rent out the router to enjoy xfinity internet but it does offer you the benefits of a router, modem and VoIP in one machine. The Gateway also gives you access to some exclusive xfinity tools and features.

There different types of xFi routers that you can rent from xfinity. You the xFi wireless Gateway XB3 which offers you 700Mbps, the xFi Advanced Gateway XB6 that supports up to 1 Gbps and the Gateway 3^rd Generation XB7 with 2.5Gbps.

One of the key benefits of renting out the Gateway routers is you get to enjoy fast internet speeds. This means you are able to stream and perform downloads without experiencing much lag.

The router also offers you extended Wi-Fi coverage. In case your house is very large you can make use of xFi pods. This work seamlessly with the Gateway. Once you rent out the Gateway you also get to access millions of hotspots from across the country. These will help you minimize on cellular data usage and lower your mobile billing costs. If you have guests around you can connect them to the xfinitywifi network which is unsecure hotspot. The XFINITY is more secure and requires you to create a profile on their app.

You can control what is going on with your Gateway router via the xfinity app. This will allow you to setup your home network, change your password and see which devices are connected to your network. If you have kids you can setup parental controls so as to prevent them from accessing harmful sites.

You also get the ability to monitor your network and see who is active and even set limits to devices. Most of the time xfinity allows for one xFi Gateway per account. You also get access to 24/7 customer care support and regular software updates. The latter are critical to keep your router operating on optimal levels. The app also gives you the ability to troubleshoot the router. The xfinity app keeps you protected by offering you advanced security features. It is not a must that you get the Gateway as xfinity allows you to bring in your own router but you need to logging to their website to see whether it is compatible.

Conclusion

Your router will come with a default Wi-Fi name and password. But, these should be changed after installation as they are easy to break into. You should follow any of the procedures we have described above to change your Wi-Fi name and password.

FAQ

What is the password to xfinity Wi-Fi?

The default is username: admin and password: password. The words are case sensitive

Where can I find my xfinity Wi-Fi password?

Go to xfinity.com/myxfi or download their app and then check the overview page. Here you will see your Wi-Fi(s) names and password

Can I change my Wi-Fi password myself?

Yes, you can. Go to the routers configuration page and there change Wi-Fi password

How do I find my xfinity Wi-Fi password?

You can check it out on the Overview page of your xfinity app