How to change your Starlink Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password after a security leak – I wrote this article to share my experience and explain how to secure a Starlink Wi-Fi network. Recently, a Starlink customer contacted me after discovering that an unauthorized person was using their Wi-Fi connection without permission. The incident concerned the coal company manager, who wanted to block unauthorized access and secure the network immediately.
In this guide I will explain how to change the name (SSID) and password of your Starlink Wi-Fi to make it more secure.
Why You Should Change Your Starlink Wi-Fi Password?
In fact, you don’t need to change your Starlink Wi-Fi username and password frequently.
In this situation, I changed the Starlink Wi-Fi name and password after finding unauthorized users connected to the network. Company management was concerned that unauthorized access to the Wi-Fi could lead to a data leak.
How to Change Starlink WiFi Name (SSID) and Password?
How do I change my Starlink Wi-Fi name and password?
Because the company has given me full access, I don’t need to visit the location to update the Starlink Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password. I can change them remotely using the Starlink app installed on my phone.
Open the Starlink app.
Then I logged into the app using the previously registered account. Yes, you need to log into the app to access Starlink Wi-Fi settings remotely.
On the dashboard page, click the Settings menu.
On the Settings menu, you’ll see the Wi-Fi settings. Then, click the Wi-Fi name to change the name and password.
Make sure you create a stronger password than the previous one.
A secure password should include:
- Uppercase letters
- Lowercase letters
- Numbers
- Special characters
Example:
- Strong password:
St@rlink2026Secure!
Avoid weak passwords such as:
- 12345678
- password123
- starlinkwifi
Once you have set a new name and password, click the Save button below to save the settings.
Additional Tips for Securing Your Starlink Wi-Fi Network
Basically, securing a Starlink Wi-Fi network from leaks is very easy.
I typically restrict who can access the Starlink internet network. For example, I only give the password to employees within the company. If I encounter an unknown device, I can immediately block it using the Pause feature on the built-in Starlink router. A paused device will never be able to connect to Starlink internet again at that location unless the person changes their phone.
Here’s how to Pause a device on Starlink:
- Select the Network menu on your Starlink app dashboard.
- Click on the device you want to pause.
- Click the Pause button.
Network leaks usually occur because employees share the network with people who visit them at the company.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to Change Your Starlink WiFi Password?
Starlink users can change their Wi-Fi password directly through the Starlink app.
How to Keep Your Starlink WiFi Password Private?
Start by choosing a strong password that’s difficult to guess.
Avoid using passwords like starlink123, password123, or admin123. Also, don’t share your WiFi password with people you don’t know. If your password has already been leaked, you can change it immediately to a new one using the app.
Final Thoughts
Akses tanpa izin ke jaringan Wi-Fi Starlink Anda dapat menimbulkan masalah keamanan dan kinerja yang serius. Untungnya, mengubah nama dan kata sandi Wi-Fi Starlink Anda adalah solusi yang cepat dan efektif. By following the steps in this guide, you can secure your network, remove unwanted users, and improve your internet security.
If you change your Wi-Fi password, all devices connected to your Starlink Wi-Fi will be automatically disconnected. For example, if you use Starlink Wi-Fi for a security camera, you’ll need to set up the camera again using the new Wi-Fi credentials.
If you manage a business network or frequently share internet access with multiple users, regularly reviewing your Wi-Fi security settings is highly recommended.