4 Ways to Fix Windows Laptop Not Connecting to Mobile Hotspot on Android

Try Basic Fixes

• Switch to Airplane Mode or Restart Devices: It will ensure the removal of temporary blocks that show up if the device is turned on for a long time.
• Update the Network Driver on the PC: Updating a compatible driver with the OS ensures the removal of any issues, especially bugs that cause problems.

Fix 1. Turn the Hotspot on and off

Step 1: Open Settings on your Android smartphone.

Step 2: Tap on Connection and Sharing > select Personal Hotspot or Mobile Hotspot.

Step 3: Toggle off Mobile Hotspot to turn the hotspot off.

Step 4: Tap on the toggle to turn the hotspot back on. You can now connect your Windows laptop to your Android smartphone through the hotspot.

Fix 2. Ensure Your Device Is in the Hotspot Range

Often, we keep mobile at places that are farther from a laptop, and when it is at a range where it keeps disconnecting, these types of issues show up. Try moving closer to the smartphone. You can now connect to the hotspot. Also, ensure you have a stable internet connection on your smartphone.

Fix 3. Forget the Connection and Reconnect on PC

If the mobile hotspot configuration has changed for some reason, it’s best to remove it from the PC’s saved settings and reconnect.

Step 1: Click on the Start icon on your Windows laptop and click on Settings.

Step 2: Go to Network & Internet > select Wi-Fi settings > Manage known networks.

Step 3: Now, click Forget next to the Wi-Fi name to forget the network.

Step 4: Return to the Wi-Fi settings and re-connect to the hotspot by entering the password.

Fix 4. Reset Network Settings on the PC

Step 1: Open the Network & Internet settings on your laptop.

Step 2: Select Advanced Network Settings and click on Network Reset.

Step 3: Click Reset now and follow the on-screen instructions to reset the network settings.