Configure a TP-Link Router Using the Tether App

If you’ve got a TP-Link router and want to set it up quickly using your phone rather than a PC, the TP-Link Tether app is one of the easiest ways. Below is a clear, human-friendly guide — based on TP-Link’s own instructions — to help you configure your router in a few simple steps.

This is a simple process and will take about 10 minutes to complete.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

• A compatible TP-Link router (check the compatibility list on TP-Link’s site).
• A smartphone (iOS or Android) with the TP-Link Tether app installed — available in the App Store or Google Play.
• If using wired Internet: an Ethernet cable connecting your Yomura outlet to the router’s Internet/WAN port.
• The router’s default Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password, printed on a sticker on the back or bottom of the router.

Step-by-Step Setup with TP-Link Tether

1. Connect to the Router’s Wi-Fi
   Go into your phone’s Wi-Fi settings and connect to your router’s default network, using the SSID and password from the router label.
2. Open the Tether App
   Launch the TP-Link Tether app on your smartphone.
   
3. Select Your Router from Local Device.
   In the app, tap the icon representing your router under “Local Devices.” The icon may vary depending on your router model.
   
4. Log In (or Set a New Password)
   You may be prompted to log in or change the router’s admin password. The default login credentials are usually admin/admin.
   
5. Quick Setup Begins: Choose Internet Connection Type
   Once logged in, “Quick Setup” should automatically start. Choose the type of Internet connection: Dynamic IP and tap Next.
   
6. Customize Your Wi-Fi Network Name and Passwords
   You’ll be asked to rename your Wi-Fi network(s) (SSID) and set new passwords. If your router supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, you may need to configure each separately.Remember these WiFi network names and passwords, without it you won’t be able to connect to your WiFi.
7. Review Settings and Save
   Once you’ve entered the necessary details, review them carefully. Then tap Save.
   
8. Wait for Configuration to Complete
   The app will apply the settings and configure your router. This may take a minute or two; just wait until it finishes.
   
9. Tap “Finished”
   When the setup is complete, hit Finished. Your TP-Link router should now be online, broadcasting Wi-Fi with the settings you chose.

Your router is now configured ready for service. Open a web browser (eg Firefox, Edge, Chrome or Safari) and check one of your favourite sites.