I remember the first time I tried to connect my laptop to my iPhone’s hotspot. I saw a strange name pop up, and I thought, “That can’t be me.” That’s when I realized my iPhone’s hotspot name was just the default one.
It wasn’t personal, and honestly, it was a little confusing. I wanted to change it to something simple and easy to recognize. But figuring out how to change it wasn’t obvious.
If you’ve ever been in the same spot, don’t worry. I’ll show you the exact steps I followed to change my iPhone’s hotspot name in minutes.
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How I Easily Changed My Hotspot Name on iPhone
Changing my hotspot name was simpler than I thought. It took just a few taps.
Here’s what I found: the iPhone’s hotspot name is actually the same as the device’s name. So, if I wanted a new hotspot name, I had to change my iPhone’s name first. This method works for all iPhones—whether it’s an iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, or even the newer iPhone 16. It’s also the same process for iPhones running iOS 18. Once I knew this, changing the name was quick and easy.
Step-by-Step: How to Change Hotspot Name on iPhone 11 to 16
I followed these simple steps to change my iPhone’s hotspot name. It took less than a minute.
- Open Your iPhone Settings
I tapped the Settings icon on my home screen. - Go to General Settings
I scrolled down and tapped General to access my device information. - Tap About
At the top of the list, I selected About. - Change Your Device Name
I tapped Name, deleted the old name, and typed in my new hotspot name.
Then, I tapped Done to save it.
Note: The new device name automatically became my iPhone’s hotspot name.
Hotspot Name Changed? Here’s How to Double-Check
After changing the name, I wanted to be sure it actually worked. It’s easy to double-check.
- I opened Settings again.
- Then, I tapped Personal Hotspot.
- Right there, under the Wi-Fi Password section, I could see my updated hotspot name.
If the name didn’t update, I found that restarting my iPhone helped. But usually, the change was instant. This quick check gave me peace of mind, knowing that my hotspot was showing the right name to other devices.
Changing Hotspot Name on iPhone iOS 18
If you’re using iOS 18, don’t worry—the steps are still the same.
- I followed the same process: go to Settings > General > About > Name.
- Even though iOS updates can slightly change the look of the menu, the steps haven’t changed.
So, whether it’s iOS 17 or iOS 18, changing the hotspot name works the same way. Just a few taps, and you’re done.
How to Change Hotspot Password on iPhone
While I was at it, I also updated my hotspot password. It was super easy.
- I opened Settings and tapped Personal Hotspot.
- Then, I tapped the Wi-Fi Password field.
- I typed in a new password and hit Done to save it.
That’s it! Now my hotspot is more secure, with a name and password I actually chose.
Quick Tips for Naming Your Hotspot
When I picked a name for my hotspot, I kept a few things in mind. It’s all about making it simple and safe.
- Keep it unique and simple
I chose a name that stood out but wasn’t complicated.- Avoid personal information for security
I didn’t use my real name, birthdate, or anything personal.- Use a name that’s easy to remember and identify
I went with something fun and memorable, so I could spot it easily.These tips helped me create a hotspot name that was both safe and easy to use.