iPhone WiFi Not Working? 10 Easy Fixes

Quick Fix

iPhone WiFi not working? Toggle WiFi off and on in Settings, then forget the network and reconnect with password. Restart your iPhone and router. Reset Network Settings if issues persist. Make sure you’re not in Airplane Mode.

Why Won’t iPhone Connect to WiFi?

iPhone WiFi issues come from network glitches, incorrect password, router problems, iOS bugs, or hardware failure. The WiFi may connect but show no internet, or fail to connect entirely.

Method 1: Toggle WiFi Off and On

Quick refresh of connection.

1. Open Settings
2. Tap WiFi
3. Toggle WiFi Off
4. Wait 10 seconds
5. Toggle WiFi On

Method 2: Forget and Reconnect

Clear saved network data.

1. Settings > WiFi
2. Tap (i) next to your network
3. Tap Forget This Network
4. Confirm forget
5. Reconnect and enter password

Method 3: Restart iPhone

Restart fixes many glitches.

1. Hold Side + Volume button
2. Slide to power off
3. Wait 30 seconds
4. Press Side button to turn on
5. Try WiFi again

Method 4: Restart Router

Router may need reset.

1. Unplug router from power
2. Wait 60 seconds
3. Plug back in
4. Wait for lights to stabilize
5. Connect iPhone to WiFi

Method 5: Check Airplane Mode

Airplane Mode disables WiFi.

1. Open Control Center
2. Check if airplane icon is orange
3. Tap to disable Airplane Mode
4. WiFi should reconnect
5. Or check in Settings

Method 6: Reset Network Settings

Clears all network configurations.

1. Settings > General
2. Transfer or Reset iPhone
3. Tap Reset > Reset Network Settings
4. Enter passcode
5. Reconnect to WiFi networks

Method 7: Disable VPN

VPN may block connection.

1. Settings > VPN
2. Toggle VPN Off
3. Or check VPN app
4. Disconnect from VPN
5. Test WiFi connection

Method 8: Check Router Settings

Router may block iPhone.

1. Check if MAC filtering is enabled
2. Ensure iPhone isn’t blocked
3. Try 2.4GHz instead of 5GHz
4. Check for too many connected devices
5. Update router firmware

Method 9: Update iOS

iOS bugs can affect WiFi.

1. Settings > General > Software Update
2. Download and install if available
3. Restart iPhone after update
4. Test WiFi connection

Method 10: Check for Hardware Issue

WiFi antenna may be damaged.

1. If WiFi grayed out, hardware issue
2. Try connecting to different networks
3. If fails everywhere, antenna problem
4. Contact Apple Support
5. May need repair

FAQ

Why does iPhone say incorrect WiFi password?

Incorrect password error means typed password is wrong or saved password is outdated. Forget the network and reconnect with correct password. Check for caps lock and special characters. Router password may have changed.

Why does iPhone WiFi keep disconnecting?

Frequent disconnections indicate weak signal, router issues, or iOS bugs. Move closer to router, restart both devices, forget and reconnect to network. Update iOS and router firmware.

Why is iPhone WiFi slow?

Slow WiFi can be router congestion, distance from router, or interference. Connect to 5GHz band for speed, move closer to router, restart router, or check if other devices are using bandwidth.