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How to change Google Home WiFi network settings?

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1) When you need to change Google Home WiFi network settings?
2) How to use a new router without changing Google Home WiFi network settings?
3) When you must factory data reset Google Home?
4) How to change Google Home WiFi network settings?
4.1) Step 0: make sure Google Home can connect to internet
4.2) Step 1: Find Google Home device in Google Home app
4.3) Step 2: Check Google Home settings
4.4) Step 3: Switch WiFi network for Google Home
5) Can you now change Google Home WiFi network settings?

When you need to change Google Home WiFi network settings?

After setting up Google Home, normally you will not change WiFi settings although you may change other settings for Google Home.

Some Google Home settings can be done through voice command, or through the touch panel, or through Google Home app.

For example you can adjust volume of Google Home with any of the 3 methods.

Because Google Home can only save one WiFi network info, you may have to change Google WiFi network settings if you change your WiFi network.

Sometimes, you may have to factory data reset the Google Home due to WiFi network changes.

How to use a new router without changing Google Home WiFi network settings?

You can use a new router without changing Google Home WiFi network settings.

Some guides in the internet may mistakenly tell you that you must factory data reset Google Home if you change router.

But actually, it is NOT necessary to factory data reset your Google Home.

Actually, it is not necessary to change anything in Google Home if you follow these two rules:

  1. Use the identical WiFi network name (SSID) when you set up the new router. All routers allow you to change or set WiFi network name.
  2. Use the old WiFi password.

If you follow these two rules in the new router, Google Home (and your other mobile devices as well) can connect to the new router automatically.

Because Google Home (and other mobile devices) does not care  about the physical router. It only checks the SSID (WiFi network name).

When you must factory data reset Google Home?

As explained in How to factory data reset Google Home page, you must factory data reset Google Home if:

  • the initial Google Home setup ends prematurely and it seems you cannot finish the setup process.
  • you want to use Google Home in a new WiFi network.
  • Google Home does not work. You may check the color of LEDs in the top touch panel.
  • you plan to give away your Google Home to others.

After factory data reset, you have to set up Google Home as a new device.

How to change Google Home WiFi network settings?

You can manually change Google Home WiFi network settings only if both old WiFi network and new WiFi network are accessible for Google Home.

You cannot change Google Home WiFi network if it cannot connect to the WiFi network saved. In this case, you have to reset Google Home.

Please note, Google Home can only save one WiFi network at any time, and it will only connect to this network only.

You can follow these steps to change Google Home WiFi network settings.

Step 0: make sure Google Home can connect to internet

As mentioned, you can change Google Home WiFi network only when it is connected to the internet.

You may consider this is a limitation. But actually, this is a hidden security feature.  In case your Google Home is stolen, the thief cannot access your data.

You can test your Google Home with voice command. Alternatively, you can check the status of Google Home from the LED colors in the top touch panel.

Step 1: Find Google Home device in Google Home app

There are two ways to find Google Home devices in Google Home app.

You can tap the Device icon (marked as 1 in the screenshot below). .

The second method is to tap the navigation/Hamburger menu (marked as 2 in the screenshot below). Then tap Devices.

 

How to change Google Home WiFi? How to change Google Home WiFi?

How to change Google Home WiFi? How to change Google Home WiFi?

You will then get the same page with listed Google Home and Chromecast devices in the network as shown above.

Of course, method 1 (using device icon) is faster. You can save one tap.

Step 2:  Check Google Home settings

Once you locate the Google Home device in the list, tap the menu (3 vertical dots) button as shown above.

Then tap Settings as shown above.

Now, you can find the settings for this Google Home device as shown below.

Step 3: Switch WiFi network for Google Home

Now, tap WiFi filed as shown below.

You will be then prompted with a list of WiFi networks in range.

You can then tap your new WiFi network name.

Please note, after you tape password for the new WiFi network (if it is correct), both your mobile device and Google Home will switch to the new WiFi network.

How to change Google Home WiFi? How to change Google Home WiFi?

Can you now change Google Home WiFi network settings?

If you have any questions on how to change Google Home WiFi network settings, please let us know in the comment box below.

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  1. anthony da costa says

    April 13, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    is it possible to change the ip address, dns and default gateway?

    Reply
    • simon says

      April 17, 2017 at 5:41 am

      You can assign a static IP address for Google home in your wireless router. Most routers allows you to reserve IP for a specific IP.

      For DNS, you should set it for your router. The default gateway for the wireless router should be automatically configured by your ISP.


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  2. Linda says

    January 4, 2018 at 4:49 pm

    I do not have any option but “Forget” next to the network name. No list of other available networks.

    Also, can Google Home use a mobile hotspot, like Verizon Mifi, for internet connection?

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    • simon says

      January 5, 2018 at 3:25 pm

      The updated Home app removed them. You have to choose forget, then set it up again.

      It’s not recommended to use hotspot. Most (depends on carrier and devices) you hotspots should work.


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  3. James says

    January 22, 2018 at 11:36 am

    How do I get Goggle home to change its location from Fla. to my new home location in Mi.
    The weather and time is still programmed for Fla.and I am in Mi.

    Reply
    • simon says

      January 22, 2018 at 1:29 pm

      You can set your home location for the Google account associated with Google Assistant.

      Open Home app, tap the hamburger menu (3 lines in top left), tap More settings under Google assistant, tap personal Info, tap Home & work locations.


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  4. sanjeevseenath says

    May 20, 2018 at 10:57 pm

    I change internet provider and need to update my wifi setting on my google home voice activated any assistance will be appreciated.

    Reply
    • simon says

      May 21, 2018 at 12:21 am

      In Google Home app, it should list devices to be set up. If any Google Home devices failed to connect to the router/network saved, they will be listed there and remind you to set them up.

      Can you find the device in Google Home app?


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  5. Andrew Stanton says

    July 23, 2018 at 4:02 am

    Yeah, thats not so great of an option when the router can’t DHCP properly, or when DHCP is just turned off (network control over convenience), or when I want to use a different settings group for some devices (OpenDNS). I wish Google had thought about that a bit more.

    Reply
    • simon says

      July 23, 2018 at 9:23 am

      Yes, these are the limitations. Google Home was designed for home use with common home network settings. If they are too many options, many owners will get confused.

      Anyway, Google probably should add something like hidden advanced controls.


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  6. Anonymous says

    August 10, 2018 at 10:07 pm

    Salut les Google ma che pas

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  7. Zach says

    October 17, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    How do i gwt the wifi icon to have a lock icon as well for google home mini devices?

    Reply
    • simon says

      October 18, 2018 at 12:43 am

      What lock icon? Your may explain in detail what your want to do or achieve?


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  8. Peter says

    June 30, 2019 at 6:10 am

    Concerning Zach’s question. Google home devices broadcast their SSIDs. When you see them on the list of available WiFi access points, they have no ‘padlock’ icon – that is they appear to be open access points. My question is, does this present some sort of ‘back door’ into my home network?

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    • simon says

      June 30, 2019 at 1:08 pm

      As I know, there are no security risks with Google Home or Chromecast on this. Only Google knows how to use this SSID.


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  9. Ken Kohler says

    July 29, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    I need help changing my network for a Google Home Hub because of a new modem. I cannot locate any directions please call me by phone @ removed have exhausted all other options !!!

    Reply
    • simon says

      July 30, 2019 at 12:11 am

      You can just reset the hub, then set it up as a new device.

      To reset Google Home Hub, you can press and hold both volume down and volume up buttons for 10 seconds.


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  10. Jeff Anderson says

    August 7, 2019 at 2:35 am

    Having a problem with Google Home. When streaming Spotify or Google Music it will sometimes just stop mid song (like it is buffering) before restarting 5-10 seconds later. I have uninstalled and reinstalled the apps and completed a hard restart of goggle home. This all failed and I had the google home replaced under warranty, but the problem persists. My IP has checked the modem and lines and all is in order. I am wondering if there is something in the Google settings I could alter to stop this problem.

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    • simon says

      August 7, 2019 at 9:53 am

      It seems the problem was caused by internet connection or your router settings.


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  11. Anonymous says

    January 17, 2020 at 3:35 pm

    I have a new bt hub, can’t id on mini’s . ps 82 years old!

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    • simon says

      January 18, 2020 at 12:25 am

      The easiest solution is to reset the Google Home Mini. Then set it up as a new device ((it is straightforward) in Google Home app.

      To reset Google Home Mini, if your Google Home Mini has a reset button on the bottom (it means it is the 1st Gen of Google Home Mini), you may use the button to reset it, as detailed in this page.

      If there is a hole (screw mount) on the bottom, it means your Google Home Mini is the 2nd Gen (aka Google Nest mini). You need to switch off the mic, then hold the top touch part to reset it, as explained in this page.


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  12. Crystal B Ricks says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:58 pm

    what if I dont have a forget button, what can I do next

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    • simon says

      November 17, 2020 at 1:13 am

      The quick way is to reset your Google Home device. The set it up as a new device. It should only take a few mins.

      Please note, the method for resetting Google Home, Home Mini, Nest Mini (Home Mini 2nd Gen) and Nest Audio is slightly different:

      • For Google Home
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