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Linksys Password Change

Use this page after logging in to a Linksys router and replacing the default administrator password.

Linksys router Password Change visual guide
Linksys Router Login 192.168.1.1

Where Linksys routers usually store password settings

The admin password is normally under system, management, account, or security settings. WiFi passwords are under wireless settings.

  1. Open the router IP address and sign in.
  2. Look for Administration, System, Management, Account, or Security.
  3. Change the admin password first, then update WiFi separately if needed.
  4. Save, log out, and sign back in with the new password.

Linksys username and password

UsernamePasswordShare
admin admin 38%
not documented admin 12%
not documented admin 11.4%
admin (blank) 7.6%
admin not documented 3.8%
admin password 3.8%
(blank) admin 3.8%
not documented admin 2.5%

FAQ

Is the Linksys router password the WiFi password?

No. The router password protects the admin panel. The WiFi password controls wireless access.

Should default credentials remain active?

No. Change default admin credentials after the first successful login.