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iPhone Won't Connect to Wi-Fi: Fix

Short answer: If your iPhone can't join Wi-Fi, check the router, then reset the connection.

TL;DR: quick fix

Make sure your router is on and you're within range.
Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, check Wi-Fi is on, and tap your network.
Enter the correct password if asked.

Is iPhone down?

Before you change settings, check Apple System Status. If there's an outage, wait it out.

How to fix it: step by step

Make sure your router is on and you're within range.
Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, check Wi-Fi is on, and tap your network.
Enter the correct password if asked.
Restart your iPhone and the router.
If needed, forget the network and rejoin, or reset network settings.

FAQ

Will resetting network settings delete data?

No, but it removes saved Wi-Fi networks and passwords.

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Last checked Oct 2026 against the official help page: Apple Support. Menus can differ by app version; follow the official page if a step doesn't match.