But how does Chromecast Guest mode work? In this article, you’ll learn how to Use Chromecast Guest mode and how your guests can connect to it.
The Benefits of Guest Mode on Chromecast
If you’re throwing a party or having a lot of guests over, the last thing you’ll want to do is hand out your Wi-Fi password to everyone who shows up. A much easier and more convenient solution is to enable Guest mode on your Chromecast so guests can stream video or music whenever they like. For guests, doing this is as easy as connecting to a Wi-Fi network or pairing with a Bluetooth device. Your Chromecast offers both options.
How to Set Up Guest Mode on Chromecast
To set up Guest mode on your Chromecast, you’ll need to install the Google Home app for either Android or for iOS. You should also have already set up your Chromecast device for normal use. Once you have a working Chromecast and Google Home installed on your mobile device, use the following steps to set up Guest Mode on Chromecast.
How to Connect to Chromecast as a Guest
There are two ways your guests’ device can connect to your Chromecast in Guest mode. One is by connecting to the unique Wi-Fi network your Chromecast is now broadcasting. The other is to connect to it via Bluetooth. Either method is transparent to the user. The method of connecting the Chromecast in Guest mode remains the same. Have your guests follow the steps below to cast to your device.
Can I Use Guest Mode With Chromecast in a Hotel?
Many people wonder if using Guest mode with Chromecast would work when you’re staying at a hotel. Unfortunately, this doesn’t work. Even though your mobile device doesn’t need to be on the same Wi-Fi network as the Chromecast for Guest mode to work, your Chromecast device still needs to be able to connect to the internet. Since most hotels require you to use a browser-based login page to connect to the internet, this isn’t possible. However, there are a few tricks you can try that work to connect a Chromecast to some hotel Wi-Fi networks. If any of those solutions work for you to get the Chromecast connected to the internet, then you can use Guest mode to connect to your Chromecast at a hotel.
