Check the Sticker First
Before you use any list, look at the label on the bottom or back of your router. Most routers and ISP gateways made in the last several years print a unique default admin password on that sticker — the generic brand defaults below only apply to older units or after a factory reset. If the sticker shows a password, use that.
Default Router Passwords by Brand
Type the admin IP address into a browser while connected to the router, then enter the credentials below. A blank cell means that field is typically left empty.
| Brand | Default IP | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netgear | 192.168.1.1 / routerlogin.net | admin | password |
| TP-Link | 192.168.0.1 / tplinkwifi.net | admin | admin (newer: set at setup) |
| Linksys | 192.168.1.1 | admin | admin (or blank) |
| ASUS | 192.168.1.1 | admin | admin |
| D-Link | 192.168.0.1 | admin | (blank) |
| Belkin | 192.168.2.1 | admin | (blank) |
| Tenda | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| Zyxel | 192.168.1.1 | admin | 1234 (or admin) |
| Actiontec | 192.168.0.1 | admin | password |
| Google Nest Wifi | Google Home app | — | App only (no web login) |
| Eero | Eero app | — | App only (no web login) |
Default Logins for ISP Gateways & Modems
ISP-provided gateways often differ from retail routers — many use a per-device password on the sticker rather than a brand-wide default.
| Provider / device | Default IP | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity / Comcast (xFi) | 10.0.0.1 | admin | password |
| AT&T (BGW320 / BGW210) | 192.168.1.254 | — | Device Access Code on sticker |
| Verizon Fios (G3100/G1100) | 192.168.1.1 | admin | Unique password on sticker |
| Arris / Surfboard | 192.168.0.1 | admin | password |
| Motorola | 192.168.0.1 | admin | motorola |
| Technicolor | 192.168.1.1 | admin | admin |
| Ubee | 192.168.100.1 | user | user |
| Sagemcom (Spectrum) | 192.168.1.1 | admin | Unique password on sticker |
| Huawei | 192.168.100.1 / 192.168.3.1 | admin | admin |
Defaults vary by model and firmware year. If a listed default fails, check the device sticker or do a factory reset to restore it.
Don't Know Your Brand's IP? Find It in 30 Seconds
- Windows: open Command Prompt, type
ipconfig, and read the Default Gateway line. - macOS: System Settings → Network → Details → TCP/IP → Router.
- iPhone/Android: Wi-Fi settings → tap your network → look for Router or Gateway.
Full walkthrough: how to find your router's IP address.
Change the Default Immediately — Here's Why
Every default in the tables above is in public databases. Automated bots scan the internet for routers still using factory credentials, and an unchanged admin password lets an attacker:
- Redirect your DNS to send your traffic through malicious servers
- Install hostile firmware or add your router to a botnet
- Open ports, disable security, and watch traffic on your network
Changing it takes two minutes — see the step-by-step change router admin password guide. A few rules:
- Make the admin password unique — never reuse it for Wi-Fi or anything else.
- Keep the admin password and Wi-Fi password separate; they protect different things.
- While you're in there, update the firmware and confirm WPA3/WPA2 security is on.
Forgot a Password You Changed?
If you changed the admin password and can't remember it, there's no recovery — a factory reset is the only way back in. Hold the recessed reset button for about 10–30 seconds until the router restarts; the factory default from the table above will apply again. This erases all settings (Wi-Fi name, password, port-forwarding, custom DNS), so be ready to reconfigure — see the factory reset guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common default router password?
Username admin with the password admin or password. It's the first thing attackers try — and on many newer routers there's no default at all, since you create the password during setup.
What is the default username and password for my router?
It depends on the brand. Common ones: admin/admin (TP-Link, Linksys, ASUS), admin/password (Netgear, Arris), and admin with a blank password (D-Link, Belkin). Many ISP gateways use a unique password on a sticker. Use the tables above or check the label on your router.
Where do I find my router's default password?
Check the sticker on the router first — most modern units print a unique default there. Otherwise use the brand tables on this page, or do a factory reset to restore the default.
Should I change the default router password?
Always. Defaults are published publicly and bots scan for them. Changing the admin password is the most important security step after setting up a router.