How to Connect an Echo dot to Wifi?

Alexa is the body and the Amazon Echo Dot is the brain! One of the first things you need to do after getting an Alexa device is connect it to a wifi network in order to receive its full capabilities. Whether you are changing your home internet or visiting someone’s place, changing the Wi-Fi network assigned to your Echo Dot is easy and quick as well. This blog is all about it! We have discussed all the important details and assembled a step-by-step guide on how to connect Echo Dot to WiFi with or without the app. So, let’s jump right in!

First of all, does Echo Dot need Wifi?

Yes!! A Wifi connection is required for Echo Dot to function. When you ask Alexa a question or give a voice command, an audio recording is made. The result is then processed and sent back to your device over WiFi so that an Echo Dot can answer your question properly.

How To Connect Echo Dot to Wifi With the Alexa App

• To connect Echo Dot to a new WiFi network, you need to open the Alexa app and tap on devices. You can download the Alexa app on your smartphone from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
• Now see the top right corner of the screen and select “Echo & Alexa”.
• Choose the Alexa echo device you want to connect to. If you are unable to see your device, go back to the Devices screen and select All Devices. Still, if the issue is raised, you will have to reset it and set it up as a new device.
• Note: If you don’t remember your device name, simply ask, “Alexa, what is your device name.”
• Tap Status now, which will show you the WiFi network your device is connected to.
• Next, click “Change.” You need to now press and hold the action button on top of your Echo device.
• Once, your device is set up, you need to tap Continue. When the ring light on your device turns orange and starts spinning, you will know your device is all ready to set up.
• Now select the new wifi network. Then enter your WiFi network security key and click Connect. Just wait for your Echo Dot to connect to your new WiFi network. This may take a few minutes. This is all about how to connect Echo Dot to wifi with the Alexa app.

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How to Connect Echo Dot To Wifi Without the Alexa App 

• For connecting Echo Dot to a new WiFi network without the app, you need to visit alexa website and sign in there. Now log in to your Amazon account. And if you don’t have an account, click on the ”  Create a New Amazon Account” button at the bottom.
• The next thing you need to do is tap on the Settings button in the left sidebar of the window. Expand your browser window if you are not able to see the option clearly.
• Now select Set up a new device. Pick the kind of Alexa device you want to connect by scrolling the options down.
• Then click on the Continue button and plug your Alexa device into a power source. Wait for the echo dot light to turn orange.
• Connect to the network in the given format: Amazon-XXX. Without closing the browser, go to the settings of the Wi-Fi network. While using a Windows 10 computer, click the WiFi icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. And if you are using a Mac, click the WiFi icon in the upper right area of the screen. For mobile devices, you just have to go to Settings > WiFi. Now, do you see the network listed among all of them?
• Go back to the browser page and tap Continue. Once the wifi is connected, you will see a window that says, “Your computer is connected.”
• After that, select the WiFi network you want and enter your WiFi password and click Connect. Wait for your device to connect. Once you are done, you can test the connection by asking your Echo Dot anything. For instance, ask “Alexa, what`s the temperature today?”

Congratulations, now you know how to connect Echo Dot to wifi with the Alexa app and without the app as well! One thing you need to take note of is that if you can’t find your network, you can always tap “Add a Network” manually. In addition to that, if you want to add your Echo device to a list of approved devices, put it in your MAC address. Two options are available there. The first one is saving Wi-Fi passwords to Amazon. So that whenever you set a new echo device, it will automatically generate the previous information. The second one is connecting your device to a public wifi network. This information, however, cannot be saved.

In Conclusion 

The Echo Dot is the easiest device to operate.. In the end, it is basically designed to simplify your life, not complicate it.

So, if you run into any issues with how to connect echo dot to wifi along the way, there are plenty of ways to troubleshoot them. Instead, follow the steps above. However, if you still can’t get around the issue, the help centre is always at your disposal! Connect with our chat box now or simply give us a call at our Alexa Helpline Toll free Number +1-872-888-1589 and tell us about your issue. We will gladly assist you at any time!