Amazon smart speakers like the Echo Dot are awesome! They can play music, take your commands, and even control other smart devices in your home—all with just your voice! But there’s one thing they really need to work their magic: a solid WiFi connection.
Now, your Alexa speaker is pretty good at remembering saved Wi-Fi networks. You can move it around the house and it usually finds its way back online. But sometimes… life happens. You get a new WiFi network, change your password, or maybe Alexa’s just feeling a little glitchy.
If you see those flashing lights, that’s Alexa’s way of telling you, “Hey, I can’t get online! SOS!” Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Here’s how to reconnect Alexa to WiFi and get back to your regularly scheduled jamming and smart home shenanigans.
How to Reconnect Alexa to WiFi
Whether you’ve got a new WiFi network or just a new password, we can get your Alexa speaker back online in a flash. Just make sure you have that new password handy!
Step 1: Update and Sign In
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Open up the Alexa app on your phone (make sure it’s the latest version!)
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Sign in using the same Amazon account you used to set up your Alexa speaker.
Step 2: Find Your Device
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Tap the Devices icon at the bottom of the screen (it looks like a little house with a plug).
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Select “Echo and Alexa.”
Step 3: Pick Your Alexa
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You’ll see a list of all the Amazon Alexa and Echo devices linked to your account.
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Choose the device that’s throwing a WiFi tantrum.
Step 4: Change the WiFi Network
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Tap the Settings menu (look for the little gear icon).
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Select “Change” next to “WiFi Network” (you’ll find it just below “Bluetooth devices”).
Step 5: Follow the Instructions
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The app will walk you through connecting your Alexa device to your WiFi. This usually involves putting your device in pairing mode (check your device’s manual if you’re not sure how), selecting your WiFi network, and entering the password.
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Follow those on-screen prompts, and voila! Your Alexa or Echo device will be back online in a jiffy.
How to Delete Saved WiFi Networks (Just in Case)
Sometimes, Alexa gets a little too good at remembering WiFi networks, especially if you’ve changed your network name or password recently.
Unfortunately, you can’t delete entire WiFi networks from the Alexa app (boo!), but you can clear saved passwords.
Important Note: This will delete passwords for all your Alexa devices using that Amazon account. So, if you’ve got multiple Alexas rockin’ out in your crib, they’ll all need their WiFi passwords re-entered.
Here’s the deal:
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Open Your Browser: Fire up your trusty web browser and head to the Amazon website.
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Sign In: Use the same Amazon account you use for your Alexa speaker.
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Manage Your Devices: Hover over your name in the top right corner and select “Manage Your Content and Devices.”
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Find Saved Passwords: Click the “Preferences” tab and look for “Saved Network Passwords.” Click the arrow to expand the section.
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Delete and Reconnect: Select all the network passwords you want to nuke, then hit “Delete.” Once the passwords are gone, follow the steps above to reconnect your Alexa speaker to your WiFi network.
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Alexa, Play Our Song! (Now That You’re Back Online)
And there you have it! Hopefully, your Alexa device is back online and ready to rock. It’s a pretty simple process, but those pesky WiFi glitches can happen to the best of us.
Fingers crossed Amazon adds a way to delete entire WiFi networks from the Alexa app soon. Until then, you’ve got the power! Go forth and conquer those WiFi woes! 💪
