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Connect to a Mobile Hotspot using a QR Code

Last Update date : Oct 13. 2021

Want to quickly share and connect to a Mobile Hotspot connection without having to manually enter in the passcode? Use the unique QR Code within your Mobile Hotspot settings to easily share amongst your friends, family and other Galaxy devices. Follow the below guide for step by step instructions.

Please Note: This guide is designed for Australian variant Galaxy devices, if you have an international device and require further support click here to get in touch with your Samsung subsidiary. Screenshots were captured from a Galaxy S20+ and Tab S6 operating on Android OS Version 10.0 (Q), settings and steps may vary depending on your Galaxy device and software version.

1 Head into your Settings > Connections

2 Tap on Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

3 Toggle on Mobile Hotspot then tap on the word for more Hotspot settings

4 Select to generate a unique QR Code for your mobile hotspot

5 Scan the QR Code to connect from another device without having to enter the password

QR Code generated for sceondary device to scan and connect to hotspot

6 On the secondary device, swipe down on your screen to access your Quick Panel and tap on Scan QR Code. Alternatively, you can launch the Camera app

Swipe down on screen and press QR Code Scanner

7 Allow the device to scan the QR Code then tap on the popup message to connect

8 Once the secondary device is connected to the mobile hotspot, you will be able to access the internet

Mobile Hotspot connected to secondary device

If you require further assistance, please consult the user manual from our Manuals & Downloads page or contact our Samsung Care Australia experts on 1300 362 603 (Toll Free in Australia). You can also contact our Chat Support team or reach us through Samsung Members Community.

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