If you’re using an iPhone 12 with cellular data service, you can turn on your smartphone as a personal hotspot so other devices can connect to it over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or a wired connection.

By default, the new iPhone 12 lineup supports Personal Hotspot tethering over faster 5GHz Wi-Fi transfer speeds. However, a toggle labeled “Maximize Compatibility” reverts Personal Hotspot to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, which Apple says may reduce Internet performance for devices connecting to the hotspot.

Wi-Fi

Your iPhone 12 needs Wi-Fi access in order to connect to the internet. If it can’t, you’ll have trouble using apps, browsing the web, and more. Fortunately, there are a few different ways to fix the problem.

One of the easiest solutions is to try a different Wi-Fi network. This could be a public one, like a coffee shop, or even your own home’s router. If your device can connect to a new network but not to yours, you’re likely dealing with a problem with your router.

Another option is to restart your iOS device. This will restore your phone to factory settings, which will get rid of any preferences or passwords you’ve added since the device was first powered on. It’s a good idea to back up your data before doing this, though.

Some Wi-Fi issues can be caused by software glitches, so resetting your iPhone 12 to factory settings may help solve the problem. Resetting your iOS device will erase all of its settings, preferences, and connections, so make sure you backup your important data before doing this.

If you’re still having problems with your Wi-Fi, you might need to contact Apple. They’ll be able to assist you in finding the best way to fix your issue.

You can also try resetting your Wi-Fi networking location settings. These settings let apps and websites know where you are, which can cause Wi-Fi connection problems. You can turn these off by going to Settings > Privacy and tapping the switch next to Location Services.

Bluetooth

A hotspot is a great way to share your cellular data with other devices. It can save you money on cellular data and help you stay connected when you’re in an area with poor cellular reception or low data speeds.

If you’re using an iPhone 12 or any other phone that supports Wi-Fi tethering, it’s possible to turn on your iPhone as a Bluetooth hotspot to allow other devices to connect to the internet. This is especially useful for when you’re travelling or camping and don’t have access to a cellular signal.

To use your iPhone as a Bluetooth hotspot, you need to pair it with another device that can use the wireless technology. The process will vary depending on the operating system, so it’s important to refer to your manual for further guidance.

Once you’ve paired your phone with the other device, it should ask for your password to connect. It’s worth remembering that this password isn’t associated with your Apple ID or your usual Wi-Fi password, so it should be at least eight characters long.

You can also turn your iPhone into a Wi-Fi hotspot by tapping the Personal Hotspot option in the Settings app. Then, tap the slider next to Allow Others to Join.

Some people report that resetting their iPhone’s network settings can fix a hotspot that’s not working. This may or may not solve the problem, but it’s worth trying.

If it doesn’t, you might want to contact your cellular provider to check whether there are any problems with your cellular service. It’s also worth checking to make sure that you don’t have a limit on your cellular data plan, as if you reach that limit, the hotspot won’t work.

USB

If your iPhone 12 has the Personal Hotspot feature enabled, you can turn it into a USB hotspot and connect to your PC over Bluetooth or USB. It’s an excellent way to share your iPhone’s Internet connection on a Windows PC, and it’s especially useful when your wireless carrier supports it.

Before you use your iPhone as a USB hotspot, make sure that you’re using the latest version of iTunes and a computer with the correct drivers installed. This is because if your computer isn’t compatible with USB tethering, it won’t recognize the iPhone as an access point.

To enable tethering, go to Settings > Cellular and toggle the Personal Hotspot switch. You’ll also have to set a password for your iPhone’s Personal Hotspot.

Once you’ve done this, connect your computer to your iPhone using the same USB cable that you use to charge and sync your iPhone. When you do this, your iPhone will ask to trust the computer. If your iPhone isn’t passcode protected, you can enter your passcode to let the computer know that you want to connect.

Some people have found that resetting their iCloud accounts helps solve a problem with personal hotspots on iPhone 12. This might be because deleting iCloud accounts can reset the settings and passwords for all of your apps and services.

However, if you’re not sure whether your personal hotspot is working properly, it’s best to contact your carrier and get their assistance. They can check your cellular data plan and see if you’re getting the right speeds for the hotspot.

You can also try resetting your computer’s network settings and rebooting it to see if that solves the problem. If this doesn’t work, you can contact an Apple Store or an Authorized Service Provider to take your phone in for repairs.

Another possibility is that your iPhone’s Wi-Fi hardware isn’t working correctly. This is more likely if your iPhone has a faulty battery or other issue that’s preventing it from connecting to the Wi-Fi network. If that’s the case, you’ll need to have it repaired or replaced.

Cellular

Every iPhone has a built-in “hotspot” mode that lets other devices share your cellular data connection. This is great for using the internet on your laptop or iPad in areas with weak Wi-Fi, such as at the beach or when you’re traveling.

You can turn on a Cellular hotspot by going to Settings > Cellular (or on other versions of English, Settings > Mobile Data). Tap Personal Hotspot and then Allow Others to Join.

When you enable the feature, it creates a new Wi-Fi network and displays it in the Status bar on the lock screen. This network can be accessed by anyone with a valid password. The password is pre-generated and displayed below Allow Others to Join, so make sure you remember it.

If you want to change the name of your personal hotspot, you can do so in the Personal Hotspot settings page. Apple suggests you change the name to something meaningful, such as your iPhone or your favorite team’s jersey.

The iPhone 12 lineup introduces support for tethering over faster 5GHz Wi-Fi, compared to the previous 2.4GHz version. This may improve data speeds for tethered devices, but testing will need to be done before the feature can truly deliver improved speed results.

To use the Personal Hotspot tethering feature, you need an iPhone running iOS 8 or later and a data plan that supports tethering. You can also use a cellular-enabled iPad, but it must have iPadOS 8.

A personal hotspot lets you share your iPhone’s cellular data connection with other devices, including a Mac, iPad, iPod touch, or another phone. To connect to the personal hotspot, you need the other device to be on Wi-Fi and have your iPhone’s Personal Hotspot password available.