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How to Connect to WiFi Using QR Code

1

Open Your Camera App

Open the default camera app on your smartphone. You don't need to download any special apps!

📱 Quick tips:

  • • iPhone: Use the Camera app (iOS 11 or later)
  • • Android: Use the Camera app (Android 10 or later)
  • • Make sure your phone is connected to the internet first (mobile data is fine)
2

Point at the QR Code

Hold your phone steady and point the camera at the WiFi QR code. Keep the entire QR code visible in your camera frame.

✨ Best practices:

  • • Hold your phone about 6-12 inches away from the QR code
  • • Make sure there's good lighting on the QR code
  • • Keep the QR code flat and avoid glare
  • • Wait 1-2 seconds for your phone to recognize it
3

Tap the Notification

A notification banner will appear at the top of your screen asking if you want to join the WiFi network. Tap it!

💡 What you'll see:

  • • iPhone: Yellow banner saying "Join [Network Name]"
  • • Android: Notification saying "Connect to network"
  • • Tap the notification to connect automatically!
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You're Connected!

That's it! Your phone will automatically connect to the WiFi network. No password typing required.

🎉 Success indicators:

  • • WiFi icon appears in your status bar
  • • You can browse the internet
  • • Your phone will remember this network for next time
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Not Working? Try These:

  • 1.Check your camera permissions: Make sure your camera app has permission to access the camera
  • 2.Update your phone: QR code WiFi requires iOS 11+ or Android 10+
  • 3.Try better lighting: Make sure the QR code is well-lit and not in shadow
  • 4.Manual entry: If QR scanning doesn't work, the network name and password should be displayed near the QR code
  • 5.Use a QR code scanner app: Download a dedicated QR code reader from your app store

📌 Good to Know

🔒 Is it secure?

Yes! QR codes simply contain your WiFi name and password, just like typing it manually. Your phone handles the connection securely.

💾 Will it remember?

Yes! Once connected, your phone will automatically reconnect to this network whenever you're in range, just like any other WiFi network.

👥 Can I share it?

Yes! You can share the QR code with friends and family. Everyone can use the same QR code to connect to the network.

📱 Works on tablets?

Yes! iPads and Android tablets with cameras can scan WiFi QR codes just like smartphones.

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