{"id":1865,"date":"2023-09-14T09:14:53","date_gmt":"2023-09-14T08:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/?p=1865"},"modified":"2023-09-14T09:14:57","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T08:14:57","slug":"how-to-change-wifi-wyze-camera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/how-to-change-wifi-wyze-camera\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Change WiFi on a Wyze Camera"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Connecting your Wyze home security cameras to your home WiFi network<\/strong> is essential for remote access and full functionality. If you get a new router or change your WiFi network, update your Wyze cameras with the new wireless network information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Switching the WiFi network<\/strong> <strong>on your Wyze cameras <\/strong>is done straightforwardly directly through the Wyze app. In this guide, I&#8217;ll cover the complete step-by-step process of changing WiFi networks for Wyze Cam v3 and Wyze Cam Outdoor models using the mobile app on iOS or Android.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following these directions, you can seamlessly move your Wyze cameras over to a new WiFi SSID and password, keeping your ecosystem connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When You Should Change Your Wyze Cam&#8217;s WiFi ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few common scenarios that will require you to switch the WiFi network your Wyze cameras connect to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Getting a new WiFi router and SSID from your internet provider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing the name or password of your WiFi network<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switching internet providers resulting in new WiFi settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Separating IoT devices like cameras to a different WiFi network<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moving your Wyze cameras to a new physical location with a different WiFi network<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In any situation where your home&#8217;s WiFi network name, password, or settings get changed, your Wyze cameras will also need the new wireless configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessing WiFi Settings in the Wyze App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing your Wyze camera WiFi settings is done through the mobile app. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to access the WiFi menu:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li>Open the Wyze app and go to the Cameras tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on the camera you want to change WiFi settings for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the three dots icon in the upper right to open camera options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose &#8220;WiFi Settings&#8221; from the list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap &#8220;Change WiFi network.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll then be walked through connecting to the new network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Change Wyze Cam WiFi Networks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to change your Wyze camera&#8217;s WiFi network:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li>Enter the new SSID (network name) on the WiFi settings screen in the app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Input the WiFi password for the new network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Connect. The camera will reboot and attempt to connect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The camera feed should reconnect once connected to the new WiFi in under a minute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toggle airplane mode on your phone to force the app to reconnect if the feed doesn&#8217;t return.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The process is quick and painless as long as you enter the correct WiFi SSID and password. Repeat for any additional Wyze cameras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Changing Wyze Camera WiFi Smoothly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these tips and best practices when switching your Wyze cams&#8217; WiFi network for optimal results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Double-check that the new SSID and WiFi password are entered correctly in the Wyze app. Typos will cause issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporarily move the Wyze camera closer to the new WiFi router during initial setup on the new network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power cycle the camera after connecting to the new WiFi by unplugging and replugging it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your Wyze app and camera firmware to the latest versions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If problems persist, perform a factory reset on the camera and reconnect from scratch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure your new WiFi router is dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) for maximum compatibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick the 2.4GHz band initially if asked since it provides a better range.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By carefully following the process and keeping these tips in mind, you can change your Wyze cameras&#8217; WiFi smoothly without interruptions in connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connecting Other Devices to New WiFi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to cameras, remember you&#8217;ll also need to connect any other Wyze devices to the new WiFi after changing your home network:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Wyze Plug &#8211; Update WiFi in Plug settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wyze Bulb &#8211; Follow the bulb setup process in the app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wyze Band &#8211; Go to band settings and select new WiFi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wyze Lock &#8211; Disconnect then reconnect the lock to the app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wyze Cam v2 &#8211; Follow camera WiFi change steps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to support articles on the Wyze site for device-specific details. All Wyze gadgets will require WiFi updates after a network change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting Wyze Cam WiFi Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run into trouble getting your Wyze cam connected to the new WiFi, try these troubleshooting steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Reset your home router and Wyze cameras to reboot everything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move the camera closer to the router temporarily during setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delete camera from the app and re-add from scratch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Factory reset the camera and reconnect to the new WiFi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact Wyze support if issues persist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With a bit of patience and trial and error, you can resolve most connectivity issues. Keep in mind that WiFi issues may cause a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/wyze-cam-error-code-90\/\">Wyze Cam Error Code 90<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing WiFi networks is inevitable these days, with people upgrading routers frequently. Thankfully, Wyze makes it straightforward to move your cameras and devices to a new network with just a few taps in the mobile app. Following this guide and the advice here ensures your Wyze gadgets maintain connectivity after any home network changes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Connecting your Wyze home security cameras to your home WiFi network is essential for remote access and full functionality. 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