How to change wifi on Kwikset Halo lock?

Switching the WiFi connection on your Kwikset Halo Lock is a straightforward process. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process:

1. Deleting Old WiFi Settings from Halo Lock

Before connecting to a new WiFi network, removing the previous network details from your lock is essential. And you can delete your old Wi-Fi settings in three ways.

a. Network Reset

Network Reset will delete all Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth pairings, user associations, and remove the lock from the account.

1. Press and HOLD “A” for 10 seconds. You will hear one short beep and see an amber LED. Note: After 3 seconds, you will hear one short beep and see a blue LED. It would be best if you continued to hold “A” to enter the network reset mode.
2. Press and release the program button to confirm the network reset. The Program button must be pressed within 10 seconds of releasing “A,” or the function will time out.
3. If successful, you will hear 1longbeep and see a green LED. If unsuccessful, you will hear five rapid beeps and see a blinking red LED. If unsuccessful, repeat from step 1

b. Using the Kwikset Home App to Erase WiFi Settings

• Launch the Kwikset Home App app.
• Navigate to your connected locks.
• Select the Halo lock you wish to modify.
• Tap the gear icon and choose ‘Wi-Fi settings’ (if available).
• Disconnect the lock from the current WiFi.

c. Factory Reset of the Halo Lock

Factory reset Kwikset halo lock will delete all Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth pairings, and user associations, remove the lock from the account, and reset all lock settings, including handling.

• Delete the lock from the Kwikset app.
• Remove the lock from the Bluetooth list on your device by tapping “Forget Device” in the Bluetooth settings.
• Remove the battery pack.
• Press and HOLD the Program button while reinserting the battery pack. Hold the button for 30 seconds until the lock beeps Status and the Status LED flashes red.

• Press the Program button once more. The LED will flash green and red, and the auto-handing process will begin.
• The latch will retract and extend to learn the orientation of the door. The LED will flash green if auto-handling is successful or red if auto-handling is unsuccessful.

2. Connecting Halo Lock to a New WiFi Network

Once you’ve cleared old WiFi details, it’s time to connect your lock to a new network.

a. Using the Kwikset App

1. Ensure your lock is in pairing mode (hold the program button for 5 seconds until it beeps and flashes red).
2. Open the Halo app.
3. Tap the “+” icon to add a new lock.
4. Select your desired Wi-Fi network and input the password.
5. After a few moments, the lock will establish a connection, and you can now control your Halo Lock via your smartphone.

Now you have a complete change Kwikset Halo network.

For more Kwikset Halo problems and troubleshooting, please check this article: Kwikset Halo Troubleshooting: Quick Step by Step Guide.