How can I reset the password of the Fritzbox?

To access the user interface of the Fritzbox, you need the password of the router. If you do not use the default password, but an individual password, your only option in case of loss is to reset it. How to reset the password correctly, read here.

How to reset the Fritzbox password

If you have forgotten what the password to access your Fritzbox is, you have no way to change it. Instead, it is necessary to reset the password and perform a new setup.

1. To do this, first disconnect the Fritzbox from the power supply and wait a few minutes until you reconnect the router.
2. Now call up the Fritzbox user interface in the browser under "fritz.box" and click on "Forgot password?"
3. Then select the option "Restore factory settings" to restart the Fritzbox.
4. Finally, it is necessary to set up the Fritzbox again. You will be prompted to set a new password as part of the setup.

This way, changing the Fritzbox password is possible

If you still remember the login password of the Fritzbox, but still want to change it, no reset is necessary for this. Instead, simply log in to the Fritzbox user interface and go to "Logged in" > "Change password" in the menu there. Now simply enter a new password there and click "OK" to confirm the password change.