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Set up Personal Hotspot

Share your iPhone cellular connection with another device using Personal Hotspot.

Follow a short, verified path based on current Apple documentation.

When this helps

Share your iPhone cellular connection with another device using Personal Hotspot.

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How to do it

  1. 1

    Open Personal Hotspot

    Go to Settings > Cellular, then open Personal Hotspot or Set Up Personal Hotspot.

  2. 2

    Allow others to join

    Follow the onscreen setup, then turn on Allow Others to Join.

  3. 3

    Check connection details

    Confirm the Wi-Fi password or connection instructions are shown.

When you are done

You are done when the hotspot is ready for another device to join.

Good to know

Personal Hotspot availability and charges depend on your carrier and plan.

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