How to scan Wi-Fi QR code from iPhone to Android easily

Sharing a Wi-Fi network from iPhone to Android is easier than ever, thanks to QR codes. The process of scanning a Wi-Fi QR code from an iPhone to an Android device is straightforward, as Apple has made it easier to generate Wi-Fi QR codes, while Android comes with built-in QR code scanners. Here is a step-by-step guide.

How to scan Wi-Fi QR code from iPhone to Android

To scan a Wi-Fi QR code, we will need to first generate a QR code for the Wi-Fi network your iPhone is connected to and then scan using an Android device. Here are the steps:

Generate QR code on iPhone

Step 1: Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap the (!) next to your connected network.

Step 2: Tap on Password, authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID and copy the password.

Step 3: Open the Shortcuts app and navigate to Gallery.

Step 4: Search for Wi-Fi and tap on the “QR Your Wi-Fi” shortcut, and click Add Shortcut.

Step 5: Go to All Shortcuts and select QR Your Wi-Fi.

Step 6: It will open a prompt with the name of your connected Wi-Fi network, choose Done.

Step 7: Now, enter the password for the Wi-Fi network and click Done.

Step 8: You now have a Wi-Fi QR code on your iPhone.

Scan with Android device

Step 1: Open the camera app or a dedicated QR scanner

Step 2: Point the camera at the iPhone’s Wi-Fi QR code

Step 3: Tap the notification that appears and select “Connect to Wi-Fi” or “Join Network.”

Step 4: Android will automatically connect to the network.

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FAQs:

Q1: Can I scan Wi-Fi QR code without internet?

A: Yes, Wi-Fi QR codes work offline since they locally store the network credentials.

Q2: Are Wi-Fi QR codes secure?

A: Yes, Wi-Fi QR codes use standard Wi-Fi security protocols and only share network credentials and not personal data.

Scanning Wi-Fi QR codes from iPhone to Android requires you to first generate the QR code on iPhone and scan with Android’s default camera or a QR scanner for instant network connection.