Routers · 3 min read · By WhatsMyIPv4 Team · Updated June 24, 2026

How to Log In to 192.168.1.1

192.168.1.1 is one of the most common default gateway addresses. You type it into a browser to open your router's settings, where you can change the Wi-Fi name, password, and more. It's used by many brands including Linksys, ASUS, and others.

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How to log in

  1. Connect to the router's network by Wi-Fi or cable.
  2. Open a browser and type 192.168.1.1 into the address bar, then press Enter.
  3. Enter the admin username and password. Check the sticker on the router if you've never changed them.
  4. If nothing loads, your router may use a different address (see below).

Common default logins

  • admin / admin
  • admin / password
  • admin / (blank)
  • Check the label on the router for the exact defaults.

If 192.168.1.1 won't open

Your router might use 192.168.0.1 or 10.0.0.1 instead. The surest way to find the right one is to check your device's default gateway. Our router IP guide shows how to do that on every platform.

Frequently asked questions

What's the default password for 192.168.1.1?

It varies by brand, but admin/admin and admin/password are the most common. The exact defaults are usually printed on a sticker on the router itself.

Why can't I reach 192.168.1.1?

You may not be connected to that router, or it uses a different address like 192.168.0.1. Find your real gateway with our router IP guide.