From box to first light in four steps.
Mount, power, and pair your LIFX Ceiling Light. Follow the steps in order, or jump to the part you need. Everything below works on iOS and Android.
Ceiling Light Setup
04 steps
Everything you need to mount and power your Ceiling Light is included in the box.
In the box:
- 15" LED Ceiling Light
- Mounting Bracket
- 2 x Screws
You’ll Need:
- A smartphone (iOS 18.0+ or Android 8.1+)
- The LIFX app (download from App Store or Google Play)
- A 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (Most smart devices require 2.4 GHz. If your router combines 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, that’s usually fine.)
- Your Wi-Fi password
Important Notes:
- Keep your phone near the light during setup.
- Make sure Bluetooth is enabled.
- Ensure your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network you want the light to use.
Before you start
- Turn off power at the switch and circuit breaker
- You'll need a Phillips screwdriver
Installation steps
- Unpack the fixture (A) and remove the mounting plate (B) by turning it counter-clockwise.
- Secure the included grounding wire to the mounting plate with the provided screw.
- Attach the mounting plate (B) to the junction box (C) by inserting the two mounting screws through the slots and aligning to the box.
- Use the pre-attached connectors (E) to connect the white fixture wire to the neutral supply wire, and the black fixture wire to the hot supply wire — push firmly into the connector holes.
- Secure the safety cable (D) to the mounted plate on the junction box.
- Tuck the electrical wires and safety cable into the junction box, then lift the fixture up to the mounting plate.
- Turn the fixture clockwise to lock it onto the mounting plate.
Tips
Double-check all connections are tight and correct before restoring power.
If unsure about any wiring, consult a qualified licensed electrician — all connections must comply with Local and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
To factory reset, turn the light off and on at the switch 5 times (roughly one switch per two seconds). The light will cycle through colors and stop on white when reset is successful.
Select your device below to get step-by-step setup instructions tailored to your phone. We recommend using the Matter QR code method for the quickest and most reliable connection — you'll find the QR code in your product manual or printed on the back of your smart mirror.
Choose your OS
On iOS, you can set up in two ways
We recommend Matter for the most reliable setup. Use Wi-Fi if you've lost the QR code or can't access it.
iOS Onboarding via Matter QR code
- Plug in the light and power it on.
- Open the LIFX app and tap the + icon in the bottom right.
- Tap New Product, then New Light.
- Tap Scan QR Code and use the camera to scan. Alternatively, type the 11-digit Matter code from the product (or Manual).
- Tap Add to LIFX and Choose Home from the list.
- Wait for the Home app to connect to the light.
- Select a Location (e.g. Bedroom) and give it a Name (e.g. Bedside Lamp).
- You're all set.
iOS Onboarding via WiFi
- Plug in the light and power it on.
- Open the LIFX app and tap the + icon in the bottom right.
- Tap New Product, then New Light.
- Tap Set Up Device Manually.
- Go to your phone's Wi-Fi Settings:Matter: From Other Networks, select the LIFX Light.HomeKit: LIFX appears under Set Up New Device; after 15 minutes it moves to Other Networks. Select the LIFX Light from there.
- Return to the LIFX app.
- Select your Wi-Fi and enter the password.
- Wait for the light to connect via Wi-Fi (up to a minute).
- Finish setup by selecting a Group and giving it a Name.
- Opt in or out of any Suggested Routines.
- You're all set.
On Android, you can set up in two ways
We recommend Matter for the most reliable setup. Use Wi-Fi if you've lost the QR code or can't access it.
Android onboarding via Matter QR code
- Plug in the light and power it on.
- Open the LIFX app and tap the + icon in the bottom right.
- Tap New Product, then New Light.
- Tap Scan QR Code and use the camera to scan. Alternatively, type the 11-digit Matter code from the product (or Manual).
- Tap Add to LIFX and Choose Home from the list.
- Wait for the Home app to connect to the light.
- Select a Location (e.g. Bedroom) and give it a Name (e.g. Bedside Lamp).
- You're all set.
Android onboarding via Wi-Fi
- Plug in the light and power it on.
- Open the LIFX app and tap the + icon in the bottom right.
- Tap New Product, then New Light.
- Tap Set Up Device Manually.
- Select your new LIFX light when it appears.
- Select your Wi-Fi and enter the password.
- Wait for the light to connect via Wi-Fi (up to a minute).
- Finish setup by selecting a Group and giving it a Name.
- Opt in or out of any Suggested Routines.
- You're all set.