Aiming to log in to your Linksys router to alter your Wi-Fi name, reset your password, or simply want to look at the settings, you need to know the default username, password, and IP address. Henceforth, the following guide will explain everything to you such as how to fix any issue related to your device or how to reach the settings page to fix it. 

How to login to Linksys Default Login?

When you initially obtain your Linksys router, it comes with a default information. And this information further allows you to access the router's settings dashboard via your browser. 

Here is the normal breakdown:



1. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. (Type this in the address bar of any browser)

2. Default User Name: Leave it blank or try "admin."

3. The default password is "admin."

(Note: To know the accurate credentials, you can refer to the manual guide or the label of the device).

Yes, it's that easy. But remember that these defaults won't function if you or someone else has already modified these settings during setup. You will either have to fill in the new the new login details. In case you don't remember, restore the router to its factory settings by resetting the device. (Information on how to do that is also given below).

Simple Way to Access Linksys Router Login Page

Now that you have default credentials, here's how to access your router's settings:

Step 1: First, connect the router. 

Connect your device to the router's network. You can either do this wirelessly using WiFi or via ethernet connection (Tip: To connect WiFi, the router usually has a sticker with the name and password on it).

Step 2: Open Browser

You can use any online browser on your phone, tablet, or computer, such as Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, or Safari. 

Step3: Enter IP 

Type 192.168.1.1 in the address bar and press “Enter”. Some modern Linksys devices utilize "linksyssmartwifi.com" instead of the IP address in the address bar. As the old IP address might not work for the new Linksys models.

Step 4: Type in your login information

Your login page will ask for these: Username: blank or "admin." Password: admin 

What is Linksys Smart Wi-Fi login? 

The term "Linksys Smart WiFi login" is often used to promote new Linksys routers. This online dashboard lets you control your router from anywhere, not only at home. 



This is the website for Linksyssmartwifi.com. You can do these additional settings if your router supports Smart WiFi:



1. Change the name and password for your Wi-Fi

2. Set up parental controls

3. Take care of guest networks

4. Look at the devices that are connected

5.  You can even restart the router from afar.



Create a Linksys account and link it to your router to utilize Smart WiFi. For the initial login (before connecting), the default IP and login details are utilized.

What should I do if I forgot my router password?

If you changed the default password and can't remember it, you'll have to set the router back to its original settings or simply saying, "reset the router". This is how:

1. Find a little button on the back of your Linksys router that says "reset."

2. Long press the button for around 10-15 seconds with a paperclip or pin.

3. Release the button when the router's lights begin to flickers. When they stop blinking, the router has been reset.

You can log in again after that using the default IP, username, and password we spoke about before.

Why should you bother logging into your router?

Most people refrain from playing with their network until something goes wrong, however there are legitimate reasons to log in even when everything seems fine:



1. Change the name and password for your Wi-Fi network. This is safer than using the defaults.

2. Keep the router running properly by updating the firmware.

3. Look for gadgets that aren't yours that are stealing your internet

4. If you have youngsters at home, set up parental restrictions.