192.168.1.1 is a common default IP address for home routers. You can use it to open the admin login page if you need to change your WiFi password, set up a guest network, or fix a connection problem.
Here’s a simple guide to logging in, which default credentials to try, and how to solve the most common errors.
What Is 192.168.1.1?
192.168.1.1 is a private IP address, so it only works within your local network and cannot be accessed from the wider internet. Routers use this address as the default gateway, which is the entry point to the admin settings panel where you manage your network.
Brands That Use 192.168.1.1
- TP-Link.
- Netgear.
- Linksys.
- D-Link.
- Belkin.
- Cisco.
- ASUS (select models).
How To Log In
- Connect to your router.
Connect to your router using WiFi or an Ethernet cable. Keep in mind that this process will not work if you are on mobile data or another network.
- Open your browser
Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge all work.
- Type the IP address
Type 192.168.1.1 into the address bar at the top of your browser, then press Enter.
- Enter your credentials
Start by trying admin/admin as your login. If that doesn’t work, look at the credentials table below for your brand.
- You’re in
Once you arrive at the admin dashboard, you can update your WiFi name, password, and other settings.
Default Credentials table
| Brand | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|
| TP-Link | admin | admin |
| Netgear | admin | password |
| Linksys | admin | (blank) |
| D-Link | admin | admin |
| Belkin | admin | (blank) |
Troubleshooting 192.168.1.1
- Page Won’t Load: Make sure you are connected to the correct network and that you typed the address exactly right. Leave out “www,” avoid extra numbers, and use http instead of https unless your router changes it for you.
- Wrong username or password: If you or someone else changed the login details, the default settings after a factory reset will not work. To fix this, either reset the router (see below) or try to recover the custom login information.
- 192.168.1.1 not working” even though you’re connected?: Some routers use a different default IP. Try 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.254 instead. You can also check the sticker on the back or bottom of your router to confirm.
- If you forgot your password and need to reset it: Find the small reset button on your router. Press and hold it for 10 to 30 seconds until the lights blink, then let go. This will restore the factory settings, including the default admin/admin login, but it will also erase your custom WiFi name and password.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it’s a common default, but not the only one. Some brands use 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.254 instead.
No, a private IP address only works when your device is connected to the same local network.
Look at the label on your router to find the default login details for your brand, or use the credentials table above. If you changed the password and can’t remember it, you’ll need to do a factory reset to regain access again.
Related Guides
- 192.168.0.1 – Router Login Guide.
- 192.168.1.254 – Router Login Guide.
- TP-Link Router Login.
- Netgear Router Login.