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I don't have wi fi

TheJames
Community Member

I live alone and don't need or have a wi fi router.

How do I set up a chromecast device without a wi fi?

I did it once before but I reset my chromecast and can't get it working now.

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David_K
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Chromecast cannot be setup without Wifi and a functioning internet connection. If you don't have a traditional Wifi router and internet connection from an internet service provider, you can workaround this using the Wifi hotspot feature on a phone or tablet. However, this will then use your mobile data plan, which could be expensive for you depending on the data plan you have with your carrier. Note you will need 2 devices to set this up.

  1. Turn on the Wifi hotspot feature on a phone or tablet. If you're not sure how to do this, refer to the manufacturer's support website.
  2. Connect a second phone or tablet to that Wifi hotspot.
  3. You can then use that second phone or tablet to setup your Chromecast and connect it to the Wifi hotspot on the first phone or tablet.

Set up your Chromecast device (3rd gen or older) - Chromecast Help

Jeran
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Thank you for helping out on this thread, David!

Hey there TheJames,

I'm just checking up on this thread, do you have any more questions or need any additional help? 

Best regards,
Jeran

Muddi
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hi there,

 

It's been some time since this thread was updated. Does anyone here need assistance?

 

Cheers,

Muddi

Muddi
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hey TheJames,

 

We haven’t heard back, so I'll be locking this thread if we won't hear from you in 24 hours. Feel free to create a new one if you have more questions or have other concerns in the future.
 

Cheers,

Muddi