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Solved: Android Hotspot Not Sharing Internet

If your Android phone’s hotspot is active but other devices can’t connect to the internet, it’s usually due to network, APN, or system settings. Here’s how to diagnose and fix the hotspot sharing problem.

Technically reviewed by Brian Foster. Edited by Laura Stevens. — Written by Daniel Kim.

Android Hotspot Not Sharing Internet

If your hotspot is enabled but other devices cannot access the internet, the problem could be caused by:

  • Mobile data not being active
  • Incorrect APN or carrier restrictions
  • Conflicting Wi-Fi or VPN settings
  • Software glitches

✅ Step-by-Step Fixes

  1. Ensure Mobile Data is Active
    • Go to Settings › Network & Internet › Mobile network and confirm mobile data is on.
    • Some carriers don’t allow hotspot without an active data plan.
  2. Restart Devices
    • Restart both your phone and the device trying to connect to the hotspot.
  3. Check Hotspot Settings
    • Go to Settings › Network & Internet › Hotspot & tethering › Wi-Fi hotspot.
    • Make sure AP Band and Password are properly set.
    • Try switching the AP Band from 5 GHz to 2.4 GHz if available (better compatibility).
  4. Disable VPN or Proxy
    • Turn off any VPN or proxy that may be running on your phone.
  5. Reset Network Settings
    • Go to Settings › System › Reset options › Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth.
    • This often solves hotspot connectivity issues caused by misconfigured settings.
  6. Check Carrier Restrictions
    • Some carriers restrict hotspot usage or require a hotspot-enabled plan. Contact your carrier if the problem persists.

⚠️ Tip:

Always test with multiple devices to ensure it’s not an issue with a single device trying to connect.

Also read: How to Find a Lost Android Phone Using IMEI or Google’s Find My Device

Last technically reviewed on November 01, 2025.

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