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Android Not Connecting to Hotspot? Quick Fix

Issue Description 

Android phone fails to connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot or mobile hotspot. 

Common Causes 

  • Incorrect hotspot password 
  • Network band incompatibility 
  • Hotspot data limits 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Re-enter Hotspot Password 

  • Forget the hotspot network 
  • Reconnect and enter password carefully 

 

Step 2: Restart Both Devices 

  • Restart hotspot device and Android phone 

 

Step 3: Change Hotspot Band 

  • On hotspot device: 
  • Switch between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 

 

Step 4: Check Data Limit 

  • Disable hotspot data limits if enabled 

Explore Further 

  • Reset network settings 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Use 2.4 GHz for better compatibility.