Instructions apply specifically to iOS 12 but should work with other recent iOS version as well.
On theSettingsscreen, tapPersonal Hotspot.
double-check you’ve enabledCellular, which is right above Personal Hotspot on the tweaks screen.
If thePersonal Hotspot option is missing, there are a few fixesyou can try.
On thePersonal Hotspotscreen, turn on thePersonal Hotspottoggle switch.
You’ll use this password to connect other devices to this hotspot.
Sometimes Personal Hotspot doesn’t work and other devices can’t connect.
We’ve got the solutions inHow to Fix It If iPhone Personal Hotspot has crapped out.
Each machine will also need to have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on.
Macs running OS X Yosemite or later are also compatible.
Your third machine connects to the hotspot without having to enter the password.
This feature is known as tethering.
Sprint charges for it, with prices depending on how much data you want to use.
Most regional carriers and pay-as-you-go carriers support Personal Hotspot as part of their data plans, as well.
Another way to know if you have Personal Hotspot is to check on the iPhone.
Tap theSettingsapp and look for thePersonal Hotspotmenu beneathCellular.
If it’s there, you likely have the feature.
Personal Hotspot Connection Established
Connecting other devices to your Personal Hotspot using Wi-Fi is easy.
They should select that internet and enter thepasswordshown on the Personal Hotspot screen on the iPhone.
you should probably change the name of your iPhone, which is pretty easy.
Find out how inHow to Change the Name of Your iPhone.
Data Use with Personal Hotspot
Personal Hotspot uses data from your iPhone data plan.
Learn how tocheck your data usageso you don’t accidentally go over your limit.
FAQ
The amount of data your personal hotspot usesis determined by what you use it for.
However it is possible totether your phone to a Wi-Fi signalinstead, to avoid using up data.
However, some carrier plans may charge $10 or more per month for a hotspot.
