172.31.1.1 Router Login and Default Password

by Tommy N. Updated Apr 12, 2026

172.31.1.1 is a private IP address used as a default gateway by various routers. Use it to access your router's admin panel and configure WiFi, security, and network settings. For more background, see IANA Port Assignments.

172.31.1.1 Router Login and Default Password
Figure 1 — 172.31.1.1 Router Login and Default Password

LOGIN  ADMIN

172.31.1.1 Router Login and Default Password

172.31.1.1 Default Login Credentials

UsernamePassword
adminadmin
adminpassword
(empty)admin

If these don't work, check our default router passwords list. You can also factory reset your router to restore defaults.

How To Login to 172.31.1.1

  1. Connect to your router — via Ethernet cable or WiFi.
  2. Open a browser — type http://172.31.1.1 in the address bar and press Enter.
  3. Enter credentials — use the default username and password from the table above.
  4. Access the admin panel — configure your WiFi, security, and network settings.
Can't access 172.31.1.1? Make sure you're connected to the router's network. Verify 172.31.1.1 is your actual gateway using our router IP finder guide.

What You Can Configure

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Pro Tip: Always change your router's default admin password immediately after first login. Default credentials are publicly known and a major security risk.

Key Takeaways

  • Most routers use admin/admin or admin/password as default credentials
  • Always change the default password after your first login
  • If the IP doesn't work, find your actual router IP
  • A factory reset restores defaults if you're locked out

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 172.31.1.1 used for?

172.31.1.1 is a private IP address used as the default gateway for routers. It lets you access the admin panel to configure network settings.

What is the default password for 172.31.1.1?

The most common defaults are admin/admin or admin/password. Check the label on your router for the exact credentials.

Why can't I access 172.31.1.1?

Make sure you're connected to the router's network, the IP is typed correctly, and your router actually uses 172.31.1.1 as its gateway.

About Tommy N.

Tommy is the founder of RouterHax and a network engineer with 10+ years of experience in home and enterprise networking. He specializes in router configuration, WiFi optimization, and network security. When not writing guides, he's testing the latest mesh WiFi systems and helping readers troubleshoot their home networks.

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