How to reset the router password in the Linksys Now web interface

This article will guide you on how to reset the password if you have forgotten it.

Supported models:

Before you begin:

You can use a computer or a mobile device.
Parent router - This refers to the Linksys router connected to your modem or internet source.
Write down the five-digit key located on the bottom of the parent router.

1. Connect your mobile device or computer to the WiFi name of your Linksys router.

2. Open a desktop browser and enter www.myrouter.info or myrouter.info. You can also use the default IP address https://192.168.1.1.

If you get the following browser message, follow these instructions to learn how to bypass this message.

A "Your connection is not private" error

3. Click on Forgot password. However, if you created a hint when you customized your password, click on Show Hint.

4. Enter the five-digit key located on the bottom of the parent router when prompted and click Continue.

Prompt to enter the 5-digit recovery key

Bottom panel of the router showing the 5-digit recovery key

5. Create a new password when prompted. You may add an optional password hint, then click Save.

Prompt to enter the new router password

6. Click Go back to Login and enter your new password.

Prompt to click on "Go back to Login"