Typically a Chromecast connects directly to the internet via a Wi-Fi connection.

Use Google Chromecast Without Internet for Android

double-check youupdate the Chromecastto the latest version of its firmware.

While the Chromecast can work without an internet connection, its firmware has to be up to date.

Chromecast for iOS screenshot

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On your primary equipment, open a Google Cast-ready app and hit the “Cast” button.

The primary machine will begin to search for nearby compatible devices.

Find the screen you want to cast to and select it.

Setup Screen in the Connectify app screenshot

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A four-digit pin will display on the screen.

Enter this pin into your Chromecast app to connect the devices.

If the above method doesn’t work or you have an iPhone, there are other options.

Travel routers can create a local online grid, and Mac users can employ third-party applications like Connectify.

Wirelessly connect your Chromecast to the travel router through the app on either your Android or iOS equipment.

When you plug in the travel router at a new location, it will establish a internet.

Connect the router to the machine you want to cast to.

If the router does not appear, manually enter the SSID and password.

Once connected, the television should appear as a destination for you to cast.

Select it as the streaming destination via the Chromecast app.

you’ve got the option to find this app on the iOS and the Google Play store.

You should now be able to stream locally stored content to the television even without an Internet connection.

Due to Google’s ownership of Android, most Android devices have greater compatibility with Chromecast than iOS devices.

This allows you to create a private web connection from your laptop.

How to Use Google Chromecast from Mac

Chromecast requires a Wi-Fi connection to work.

This option shows how to create a local online grid from your Macbook that takes the place of Wi-Fi.

Download the Connectify software.

initiate the Connectify software and set up a hotspot name and password.

confirm the “Wi-Fi Hotspot” option is selected at the top of the screen.

Connect the rig you want to cast to the internet.

If the online grid does not appear, manually enter the hotspot name and password.

Once connected, the rig should appear as a destination for you to cast.

Select it as the streaming destination via the Chromecast app.

Then, follow the on-screen prompts to connect your Chromecast to Wi-Fi.

However, internet access isn’t needed for casting over a local connection.