How to Connect Alexa to Bluetooth Without Wi-Fi

You can connect Alexa to Bluetooth without Wi-Fi, but there’s a catch!

Till now, we have connected hundreds of different devices with Alexa, probably asked thousands of questions, and gotten the right answer every time. All thanks to our trusted Alexa and an efficient Wi-Fi system.

But, will the lack of Wi-Fi render your Alexa useless? 

Fortunately for you, you can still make use of Alexa even with no Wi-Fi. This is where the credible Bluetooth comes into action. You can easily connect any Bluetooth-enabled device to Alexa like it’s a walk in the park.

In the article below, I have explained briefly the different methods you can use to connect Alexa to Bluetooth without Wi-Fi. 

How to Connect Alexa to Bluetooth Without Wi-Fi

While I tell you how you can connect Alexa to Bluetooth without Wi-Fi, it is important to keep in mind that you won’t be able to use many of the features offered by Alexa.

For instance, a lack of internet or Wi-Fi can hinder Alexa from answering questions like the football score of the current match, the recipe for your favorite pasta dish, or the weather for the next ten days. 

Without Wi-Fi, it is impossible to use these features, however, you can use Alexa as a Bluetooth speaker. You can easily connect Alexa to a Bluetooth-enabled device and enjoy your favorite music or podcast even without Wi-Fi. 

Connect Alexa to your mobile’s hotspot, then follow these steps to connect Alexa to bluetooth without Wi-Fi.

Step 1: Switch on Bluetooth on your mobile device

First and foremost, you have to switch on Bluetooth on your mobile device. To do that you have to scroll up/down your screen, and click on the Bluetooth icon.

You can also go to your mobile’s settings, locate and click on the Bluetooth option, and switch on the Bluetooth. 

Step 2: Open the Alexa App 

Now open the Alexa application on your mobile. Once on the home screen, locate and press the Devices option. Then click on Echo and Alexa.

Now from the available list, click the device that you want to use.

Then click on Bluetooth devices.

Step 3: Pair mobile with Alexa 

Once you have clicked on Bluetooth devices a new page will appear on your mobile screen.

At the top of the screen, locate the Pair a new device option. Now, Alexa will locate all the nearby available Bluetooth devices and a list of said devices will appear on your screen.

Select the device that you want to pair with Alexa and that’s it. Now you can use the Alexa speaker to play your favorite music through your mobile device.

How to Connect Alexa to Bluetooth Without Wi-Fi

Well, if the above method didn’t work for you, there is still some hope left. You can try to connect Alexa to Bluetooth without Wi-Fi, but this time with the help of an AUX cable.

The Echo 3rd gen, Echo Plus, and Echo Studio are different versions of Alexa that support AUX input.

Therefore, if you own any one of these, you can easily connect the different ends of the cable at the necessary ends and use Alexa as a smart speaker that can be worked through your phone.

Conclusion 

With that, we are at the end of the article. I hope this guide helped you through how you can connect Alexa to Bluetooth without Wi-Fi connectivity.

Still, if you have any queries or thoughts on the article, you can share them with us in the comment section below.

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