How to Connect the Kindle Fire to the Internet

Last Updated: November 27, 2022

The Kindle Fire tablet can be connected to any Wi-Fi network so you can browse the Web and enjoy the full benefits the Kindle Fire has to offer. You can connect the Kindle Fire to your private at-home Wi-Fi network, or to any other public network as long as you have the necessary login credentials.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network

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Swipe down from the top of the screen on your Kindle Fire, and select “Wireless."
2
Verify that the Airplane Mode setting is switched to “Off."

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3
Tap on “Wi-Fi,” then tap the “On” button next to Wi-Fi. A list of Wi-Fi networks within range will display on-screen.
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Tap on the wireless network you want to connect to. Networks labeled with a lock icon will require you to enter a password to access those particular networks.
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Enter the password if required, then tap on “Connect." Your Kindle Fire will then connect to the Internet using that particular network.^{[1]
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Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually

1
Swipe down from the top of your screen and tap on “Wireless."
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Verify that Airplane Mode is set to “Off."
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Tap on “Wi-Fi,” then toggle Wi-Fi to “On."
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Tap on “Join Other Network."
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Enter the name of your network into the “Network SSID” text field.
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Click on the dropdown menu next to “Security,” and select a network security type.
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Enter the network password if required, then tap on “Save." Your Kindle Fire will then connect to the Internet.

Community Q&A

Question

How can I access the internet on the road with a Kindle?

Community Answer

You need to have at least a pocket WiFi so that you that can still access your internet. Or, in reading books, it is better to download the book so that you can read it offline.