Chromecast: change WiFi - how it works

When you set up your network again, you also need to change the WiFi on the Chromecast so that the streaming adapter can connect to the Internet. In this practical tip we will show you how.

Change WiFi settings in Google Chromecast - Here's how

The individual steps can also be found again in our picture gallery below.

Open the "Google Home" app on your smartphone or tablet.
Select the TV icon in the top right.
A preview of your Chromecast device will appear. By tapping the three dots next to the name of your Chromecast in the top right, a context menu appears with the item "Settings".
The "WLAN" option is located under the "Device information". As soon as you select this point, a new window opens.
Here you can now search for a new WLAN and enter the corresponding password.
Then your Chromecast connects to the network and you can use the adapter again as usual.

This guide applies to the Chromecast 2. How to enable and set up guest mode on your Chromecast so that your friends can quickly stream content to your TV is explained in the next practical tip.