Need to share your mobile internet connection with other devices? The Personal Hotspot feature on the Redmi A5 makes it easy to turn your phone into a portable Wi-Fi router. Whether you're on the go or in an area without Wi-Fi, this feature can keep your laptop, tablet, or another phone connected.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to quickly turn on the hotspot on your Redmi A5 and customize it for better security and control.
🔗 What is a Personal Hotspot?
A Personal Hotspot (also known as a mobile hotspot) allows your Redmi A5 to share its mobile data connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. It's like having a mini Wi-Fi router in your pocket.
📲 How to Enable Personal Hotspot on Redmi A5
Follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Open Settings
Unlock your phone and go to the Settings app.
Step 2: Tap on “Portable Hotspot”
Scroll down and find “Connection & Sharing” (or "Network & Internet", depending on your MIUI version), then tap on “Portable Hotspot”.
Step 3: Enable the Hotspot
Tap the toggle next to “Portable Hotspot” or “Wi-Fi Hotspot” to turn it ON.
🔐 Customize Your Hotspot Settings (Recommended)
Before sharing your connection, it’s a good idea to set a password and name your network:
To customize:
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Tap “Set up portable hotspot.”
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Choose a Network name (SSID) — this is what others will see when they search for Wi-Fi.
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Select Security: Choose WPA2-Personal for safety.
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Set a strong password (at least 8 characters).
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Save your settings.
Now, only people you give the password to can connect.
📡 Connect a Device to Your Hotspot
Once your hotspot is active:
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On another phone, tablet, or laptop, open the Wi-Fi settings.
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Look for your Redmi A5’s hotspot name.
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Enter the password you just set.
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You're connected!
💡 Tips for Using Personal Hotspot
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Keep an eye on your data usage — tethering uses mobile data.
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Hotspot drains your battery faster. Keep your phone charged or plug it in when using it.
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You can limit how many devices can connect under the "Connected devices" settings.
🔄 Turning It Off
To turn off the hotspot:
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Go back to Settings > Portable Hotspot and switch the toggle to Off,
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Swipe down the notification panel and tap the Hotspot icon to quickly toggle it.
Final Thoughts
Using the Personal Hotspot on the Redmi A5 is a convenient way to stay connected wherever you are. Whether you're working remotely or just helping a friend get online, this feature is easy to set up and even easier to use.
Now that you know how to open and customize your mobile hotspot, you're ready to share your internet connection confidently and securely.
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