Set Up Alexa Tablet Without Wi-Fi

You can complete the initial device setup without a Wi-Fi connection. Some features require internet access and can only be available once you connect to Wi-Fi.

Offline Features

Category What works
Reading Kindle app — downloaded books, Kindle Mode
Writing / Notes Writing Assist (applicable only on Alexa Tablet 12 Pro)
Camera Photos, videos
Home screen Home screen features: Apps Grid, Dock, Drawer, Widgets, Taskbar
Bluetooth Pair headphones, speakers, keyboard — independent of Wi-Fi
Settings Accessibility, display, sound, storage, and security settings

Complete Your Setup with Wi-Fi

To you skipped connecting to Wi-Fi during initial set up, you can complete the set up from Settings:

Step Path
Connect to Wi-Fi Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi
Sign in to Amazon Settings > Amazon account > Sign in
Sign in to Google Settings > Google > Sign in
Activate Alexa Settings > Alexa
Activate Google Assistant Settings > Google Assistant
Install system update Settings > System > Software updates > Check for update
Set up Backup and Restore Settings > System > Backup
Create child profile Settings > Parental Controls > Add child profile
Activate Amazon Kids+ Open the Amazon Kids+ app
Download apps Open Google Play Store