Connectify Hotspot Software for Windows 11 Helps You Share Any Internet Connection via Wi-Fi or Ethernet

Finding a reliable free WiFi tool for Windows 11 can be challenging when you need to share your internet connection across multiple devices. Whether you’re working remotely, traveling, or simply need to extend your network coverage, having the right software makes all the difference.

Connectify Hotspot is a free Windows app that turns your Windows 11 PC into a Wi-Fi hotspot and virtual router, so your phone, tablet, console and TV can share its connection. The free edition, Hotspot Lite, covers most everyday sharing. Download Connectify Hotspot free for 64-bit Windows 11 or 10.

Why You Need a WiFi Tool on Windows 11

Windows 11 users often need to share their internet connection with smartphones, tablets or other laptops. Windows 11 includes a basic mobile hotspot feature, and for a few devices now and then it does the job. It falls short when you need to share a VPN or a tethered phone, see and control each device, keep the hotspot on all day, or extend the Wi-Fi you are already on. Our comparison with the Windows hotspot goes through the differences.

What Connectify Hotspot Does on Windows 11

Shares any connection. Wi-Fi, Ethernet, a VPN or a USB-tethered phone, free in every edition. PRO adds 4G and 5G modems.

Shows and controls every device. The Clients screen lists each device with its live traffic and data used. You can switch internet access off for any one of them, and set a gaming mode that opens the ports PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo consoles need. Free in every edition.

Blocks ads and malware sites. One switch blocks ads for every device on the hotspot, and you can pick a DNS service that blocks known malware sites, like Cloudflare for Families or Quad9.

Keeps the hotspot secure. The hotspot uses WPA2 with a password you set, and devices can join by scanning a QR code instead of typing it.

Goes further with PRO and MAX. PRO removes the time limit of the free edition, shares your PC’s internet out of its Ethernet port, and lets you name the network anything. MAX adds Wi-Fi repeater mode to extend your Wi-Fi into far rooms, and Bridged mode to put consoles and TVs on your home network.

Getting Started with Your Free WiFi Tool for Windows 11

1. Download Connectify Hotspot from the official website so you get the latest version, Connectify Hotspot 27, and install it.
2. Open it, choose Wi-Fi hotspot, and pick the connection your PC is using under Internet to share.
3. Set a password and click Start hotspot.
4. Connect your devices by scanning the QR code on the Hotspot screen, or with the network name and password.

Turn off the built-in Windows hotspot before you start, since running both at once causes dropouts. Here is the full Getting Started guide for Connectify Hotspot.