How do you reset a TP-Link Archer router?

• A TP-Link router (make sure it's on)
• A paperclip (for method 1)
• A laptop, desktop, or smartphone that's connected to the same network as the router, so you can set up the router again.

1. Use the paperclip to press down the reset button on the back of the router. You can find the button behind a small opening.
2. Wait about 5 seconds for the power LED to light up. Now you can release the button.
3. The router has now been reset and will restart.

1. Create a wired connection between laptop or desktop and your router.
2. Open an internet browser and search for tplinkwifi.net, or install and open the TP-Link Tether app via Google Play or the Apple Store.
3. Log in with 'admin' as both the username and password, unless you've set this yourself.
4. At the top of the page, you'll see 3 tabs. Choose 'Advanced'.
5. A menu will appear on the left. Select the option here: 'System functions'.
6. A number of other options now appear below your choice. Select: 'Backup and restore'.
7. Now, click 'Restore factory settings' to reset the router. The router has now been reset.

Want to set up the router again? Follow the instructions on our setup page: