What is an SSID?

SSID stands for Service Set Identifier. It is a unique name given to a Wi-Fi network in order to identify and differentiate it from other networks in the vicinity. When devices like smartphones, laptops, or tablets search for available Wi-Fi networks, they display a list of SSIDs for the user to select from. The SSID helps devices connect to the correct network by ensuring they connect to the intended Wi-Fi network and not a neighboring network with a similar name.

SSID stands for Service Set Identifier. It is a unique name given to a wireless network to identify it. Think of it as a network's name or identifier. When you connect a device, such as a smartphone or a laptop, to a Wi-Fi network, you see a list of available networks, each with its own SSID. The SSID is used by devices to determine which network to connect to, and it is typically set by the network administrator or provided by the router manufacturer.