Sometimes, a recent Windows Update installs a generic driver that breaks hotspot functionality. If the problem started recently:
netsh wlan stop hostednetwork netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=disallow netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow
This guide covers what a hotspot driver is, how to fix common driver issues, and how to ensure your Windows 10 device can host a hotspot effectively.
Go to Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile hotspot → "Share my internet connection from" → Choose Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Cellular.
If you're unable to create a mobile hotspot on your Windows 10 device, it's likely because the hotspot driver is missing or outdated. Installing a hotspot driver can resolve issues such as:
If your Windows 10 Mobile Hotspot is not working, the solution almost always involves the . Start by using Device Manager to update or roll back the driver. If that fails, visit your hardware manufacturer's website to download the official software specific to your model.
Windows 10 The feature is built into the OS.