Change network settings on Apple TV

You can change the Wi-Fi network your Apple TV is connected to, or use network settings on Apple TV and an iPhone or iPad to join a captive Wi-Fi network (such as a hotel Wi-Fi network) that requires sign-in from a browser.

You can also use network settings to switch from a wired network to a wireless network without having to set up Apple TV again.

Change your Wi-Fi network on Apple TV

Go to Settings on Apple TV.
Go to Network, then select Wi-Fi.
Tip: You can also press and hold to open Control Center, then select .
Choose a new Wi-Fi network from the list and follow the onscreen instructions to connect.
You can also select the current Wi-Fi network for additional configuration options.

Join a Wi-Fi network that requires a web browser to sign in

Many hotels and other institutions have captive Wi-Fi networks that require sign in from a web browser. Follow the instructions below to join a captive network on your Apple TV using an iPhone or iPad.

Go to Settings on Apple TV.
Select Network.
If Apple TV detects a captive network, a screen appears with options.
Select Continue on iPhone or iPad.
On your iPhone or iPad, follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required information, such as username and password.

Some captive networks have time limits for staying connected. If your connection expires, follow the steps above again to reconnect.

Switch from a wired to a wireless network

If you initially set up Apple TV using a wired network, you can change to a wireless network without having to set up Apple TV again.

Disconnect the Ethernet cable from Apple TV.
Go to Settings on Apple TV.
Select Network, then choose an available network.

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Apple TV User Guide

Change network settings on Apple TV

Change your Wi-Fi network on Apple TV

Join a Wi-Fi network that requires a web browser to sign in

Switch from a wired to a wireless network