Find the default username, password, and login IP address for over 60 router brands and models. Use this tool when you need to access your router admin panel and have not changed the factory credentials. Everything runs locally in your browser — no data is sent anywhere.
| Brand | Model | Username | Password | Login IP |
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Every router ships with factory-set credentials printed on a label or documented in the manual. When you need to access your router's admin panel at 192.168.1.1 or log into your router, knowing the default username and password is the first step. This lookup tool contains credentials for over 60 popular router brands and models, saving you from digging through manuals or searching manufacturer websites.
If you have already changed your credentials and forgot your router password, you will likely need to perform a factory reset. Before doing that, check our default router passwords guide for additional recovery options.
Most manufacturers follow predictable patterns for their default credentials. Here is a summary of the most common defaults across major brands:
| Brand | Typical Username | Typical Password | Default Gateway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netgear | admin | password | 192.168.1.1 |
| TP-Link | admin | admin | 192.168.0.1 |
| Linksys | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| ASUS | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| D-Link | admin | (blank) | 192.168.0.1 |
| Cisco | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| MikroTik | admin | (blank) | 192.168.88.1 |
| Ubiquiti | ubnt | ubnt | 192.168.1.1 |
Pro Tip: Never leave your router on its default credentials. After your first login, immediately change your router admin password to something strong. Use our Password Generator to create a secure password that is hard to guess.
Once you have the default credentials, you need to access the login page. The IP address in the lookup table above is the default gateway for that model. Open a web browser and enter the IP address in the address bar.
If the default IP does not work, your router's gateway may have been changed. Find your actual gateway address using these commands:
ipconfig | findstr "Default Gateway"ip route | grep default
# or on macOS
netstat -nr | grep defaultYou can also use our Router IP Finder tool to help locate your router's admin panel address.
Default router passwords are one of the biggest security vulnerabilities in home and small business networks. Attackers routinely scan for routers using known default credentials to gain unauthorized access. Once inside, they can intercept traffic, change DNS settings, or redirect you to malicious websites.
| Risk | Impact | Mitigation |
|---|---|---|
| DNS hijacking | Redirected to phishing sites | Change admin password + use DNS over HTTPS |
| Botnet recruitment | Router used in DDoS attacks | Update firmware regularly |
| Traffic interception | Sensitive data exposed | Enable WPA3 encryption |
| Unauthorized access | Network settings changed | Disable WPS + strong password |
| Lateral movement | Attacker reaches other devices | Separate IoT network |
Accessing your router with default credentials is just the beginning. Follow this security checklist to protect your network:
If the default password does not work and you cannot remember your custom credentials, a factory reset will restore the original defaults. This erases all custom settings including WiFi name, password, port forwarding rules, and MAC address filters.
Pro Tip: Before performing a factory reset, take a screenshot of your current settings including WiFi name, port forwarding rules, and DNS configuration. This makes reconfiguration much faster.
If the default password fails, someone (possibly you or your ISP) has changed it. Try checking the sticker on the router, contacting your ISP if it is a rented device, or performing a factory reset to restore the original credentials. Our forgot router password guide covers all recovery methods.
No. Default passwords are publicly documented and are the first thing attackers try. You should change the default admin password immediately after your first login and use WPA3 or WPA2 encryption for your WiFi network.
The most common router IPs are 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.0.1. You can find yours by running ipconfig on Windows or ip route on Linux and looking for the default gateway. Our Router IP Finder can also help.
A factory reset erases all custom settings — WiFi name and password, port forwarding rules, parental controls, DNS settings, and admin credentials. The router reverts to its original out-of-box state with default login credentials.
Some routers allow changing the admin username, but not all. Netgear and ASUS routers typically lock the username as "admin." The most important change is the password. Check your router's settings page after logging in.
Some manufacturers like D-Link and MikroTik ship routers with an empty password field. You simply leave the password field blank and click login. This makes it even more critical to set a strong password immediately.
Yes. Modern mesh systems like Google Nest WiFi and Eero do not use traditional web-based admin panels. They are configured exclusively through their companion mobile apps. The default credentials shown are for the app setup process, not a web login.
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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