Lyca Mobile Hotspot Connected But No Internet on Android
When devices connect to your Android's Lyca Mobile hotspot but cannot browse, the problem is almost always with the phone's own mobile data — not the connected device. This guide shows you how to diagnose and fix Lyca Mobile hotspot internet issues on Android.
- Diagnose the issue
- Step-by-step fix
- Common causes
- Frequently asked questions
Fixing Lyca Mobile Hotspot on Android
Before touching hotspot settings: open a browser on your Android and load a website. If mobile data works on the Android itself, the problem is with the hotspot configuration, not the Lyca Mobile connection.
Hotspot shares your mobile data. Go to Settings → Network & Internet → toggle Mobile Data and confirm it is enabled. Without active mobile data, the hotspot has no internet to share.
Turn Personal Hotspot or Mobile Hotspot off, wait 15 seconds, then turn it back on. Reconnect the device that could not browse.
On the device connecting to the hotspot, forget the network and reconnect from scratch. This clears any incorrect IP assignment.
Some Lyca Mobile plans limit or block tethering. Log into the Lyca Mobile app and confirm your plan includes hotspot/tethering. Contact 322 (free from Lyca) to add it if needed.
Go to Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network → Advanced → Access Point Names and confirm APN reads: data.lycamobile.co.uk. A wrong APN blocks mobile data even if signal shows full bars.
Go to Settings → System → Reset options → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth. This clears all network config. After resetting, re-enter your hotspot password on connecting devices.
Common Causes of This Issue on Lyca Mobile
| Cause | Likelihood | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile data off on phone | High | Enable mobile data first |
| Tethering not in plan | Medium | Check plan includes tethering |
| Wrong APN | High | Correct APN settings |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my hotspot connect but show no internet?
The most common cause is that mobile data is not working on the Android itself. The hotspot only shares existing mobile data — it cannot create data if Lyca Mobile mobile data is not active. Test data on the phone first.
Does Lyca Mobile allow tethering on all plans?
Most Lyca Mobile plans include tethering, but some budget plans restrict it. Check your Lyca Mobile plan details in the app. If tethering is not included, you may need to upgrade or contact 322 (free from Lyca) to add it.
How many devices can connect to my Android hotspot?
Most Android devices support 5–10 simultaneous hotspot connections. Connecting many devices simultaneously divides your Lyca Mobile mobile data allowance and can slow speeds for all connected devices.
Still having trouble? Contact Lyca Mobile support on 322 (free from Lyca) or visit our contact page for further help.