Sharing your WiFi password between devices can be a convenient and time-saving task, especially when using Apple devices. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to share your WiFi password from an iPhone or another Mac to your Mac.
Step 1: Ensure Compatibility and Settings
Make sure both devices are using the same Apple ID and that the email address associated with this Apple ID is saved in the Contacts of both devices. This is crucial for the password-sharing feature to work.
Step 2: Enable Necessary Features
Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on both your Mac and the device you are sharing the password from. Ensure that Personal Hotspot is turned off on both devices.
Step 3: Position the Devices
Bring the devices close to each other, within Bluetooth and Wi-Fi range. This proximity is necessary for the password-sharing prompt to appear.
Step 4: Select the Wi-Fi Network on the Mac
On your Mac, click the Wi-Fi icon in the top menu bar and select the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to. This will trigger a prompt on the other device if it is already connected to this network.
Step 5: Share the Password from the iPhone
On your iPhone, a notification will appear asking if you want to share the WiFi password with your Mac. Tap “Share Password” to share the password. Ensure your iPhone is unlocked and connected to the Wi-Fi network you want to share.
Step 6: Share the Password from Another Mac
If you are sharing the password from another Mac, a notification will pop up on the Mac that is already connected to the network. Click on this notification and select “Share” to share the password with the other Mac.
Step 7: Confirm the Connection
Once you have shared the password, the Mac will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi network. You should see a confirmation that the connection has been established.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Ensure both devices are running the latest versions of iOS or macOS.
- Restart both devices if the setup animation does not appear.
- Manually enter the password if the sharing feature does not work.
By following these steps, you can easily share your WiFi password between your Apple devices, making it convenient and secure to connect to your network without having to remember or manually enter the password each time.