HP Printer Not Connecting to WiFi? The Ultimate Fix Guide (2026)
HP printer not connecting to WiFi? There are a few reasons why your HP Smart app may not be finding your printer, may seem offline or will not connect after replacing your router and how to fix this. 1. Start with Basic Checks Before trying advanced solutions: Restart your printer, router, and computer/phone. Check the WiFi light: Solid blue: Connected Blinking blue: Setup mode Off: Not connected Disconnect any USB cable, as it can prevent wireless setup. Place the printer close to the router during setup. 2. Restore WiFi Setup Mode If the printer isn't showing up in HP Smart, it may have exited setup mode. Touchscreen HP printers: Go to Settings > Network > Restore Network Defaults and confirm. HP printers without a screen: Press and hold the Wireless and Cancel buttons together for 3–5 seconds until the wireless light starts blinking. Then open the HP Smart App and reconnect the printer. 3. Try a Factory Reset If your printer still won't connect, perform a factory reset...