Quickly Fix: Wi-Fi Not Working

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Having Wi-Fi trouble? We know how bad things are for you. If your Wi-Fi Not Working on Windows, android and iPhone you can try a number of things that don’t require you to know anything about technology. Each answer only takes a few minutes to do, so you’ll be able to get through this list quickly.

There are a number of things that can stop Wi-Fi from working. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP), your Wi-Fi settings, or your device could be the problem. You can try to fix the problem by checking both your Wi-Fi and the device that is giving you trouble.

Wi-Fi Not Working on Windows

Enable the Wi-Fi Adapter in Network Connections

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type control and click OK to open the Control Panel. You can also search for the Control Panel in Windows search and open it from the search results.
3. In the Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
4. Click on Change adapter settings to view all the installed network devices in the left pane.
5. Right-click on the Wi-Fi adapter and select Enabled.

Move closer to the router

If your WiFi signal is weak or keeps going out, it may be because you are not in the best place in relation to where your router is. Try moving closer to the router if you and your device can. If your router is on a wall or in a corner, you might not get the best coverage.

It is a good idea to put your router in the middle of your apartment’s floor plan. A router in the middle of the floor can cover the whole floor much better. We also have a full article on how to fix slow Wi-Fi. We’re sure you’ll find it interesting to read. Please tell us what you think!

Turn on and off Airplane Mode

One simple fix is to enable and disable aeroplane mode.

1. Click on the Action Center icon in the taskbar or press Win + A to get to aero plane mode.
2. Click the tile for “Airplane mode” to turn it on. The tile should now be blue.
3. Click again on the “Airplane mode” tile to turn it off. This should make the tile turn back to its original white color.

Wifi Network Forget and Reconnect

One way to fix a Wi-Fi network that won’t work right is to forget about it and try to connect to it again. Follow these steps to forget the Wi-Fi network:

1. Find the icon for Wi-Fi on the taskbar.
2. When you click on it, the WiFi menu will grow.
3. Right-click on the name of the network to which you want to connect.
4. Select “Forget“

Use the Internet Connections Troubleshooter

You can use the Windows Troubleshooter to see if that helps. The troubleshooter will try to figure out what’s wrong based on what you tell it. Troubleshooter is good at figuring out when settings are wrong and fixing them.

1. Settings > System > Troubleshooter
2. Click on Other solutions
3. Internet Connections is at the bottom of the page.
4. Click on Start

Disable Power Management Setting for Network Adapter

1. Press Win + R
2. Type devmgmt.msc and press enter
3. Expand Network Adapters.
4. Double click the current network adapter
5. Click on Change settings
6. Select Power Management tab
7. Uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power

Disable IPv6 Settings

1. Press Win + R to launch Run command
2. Type in ncpa.cpl and press enter
3. Right-click on WiFi
4. Click on Properties
5. Scroll and find Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)
6. Untick the checkbox
7. Press OK

Wi-Fi Not Working on iPhone/iOS

Reset you Network Setting

1. Launch the Settings from your Home screen.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap Reset. You’ll need to scroll down to the bottom.
4. Tap Reset Network Settings.
5. Enter your Passcode if prompted.
6. Tap Reset Network Settings to confirm.

Reboot your iPhone

1. Press and hold the On/Off button on the device’s right side.
2. While still holding the On/Off button, press and hold either of the volume buttons on the left side until the power-off slider appears on the screen.
3. Drag the slider from left to right to turn your device off.
4. To turn your device back on, hold the On/Off button again until you see the Apple logo appear.

Connected Right Network

1. Launch Settings app.
2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi network you want.

If you have tried all of these solutions and your iPhone still has the same problem, you should visit Apple’s official support website for more information.

Wi-Fi Not Working on Android

Restart your Android device

1. Go to Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi.
2. Choose the problematic Wi-Fi network (SSID) and tap Forget.
3. Restart your device.
4. Choose your network again and enter the password.

Check modem/router connections

1. Take the router or modem’s power cord out and wait 30 seconds.
2. Reconnect the device and wait another 30 seconds.
3. Check to see that all the lights are on.
4. Check how you’re connected.

Update your Android version

If you’re using an old version of Android, your Wi-Fi might not work. If you don’t update, it could cause problems with how well your Wi-Fi works. We suggest keeping your Android version up to date to keep your device as safe and connected as possible. It can also help your Android run faster.

Delete and Then Re-Add the Wi-Fi Network

1. Launch the Settings app on your phone.
2. Head into Wi-Fi & Network > Wi-Fi in Settings.
3. Tap Saved networks to view your saved wireless network
4. Find and tap your Wi-Fi network on the list.
5. Select Forget on the network page to remove the network from your phone.
6. Head back to the Wi-Fi screen, find your network on the list, and tap the network name to establish a connection.

FAQ

How do I get my Wi-Fi back on Windows

Select Control Panel from the Start menu. Click the category labelled “Network and Internet,” then click “Networking and Sharing Center.” Choose Change adapter settings from the list on the left. Right-click on the Wireless Connection icon and then click “Enable.”

Why Windows 10 Cannot connect to Wi-Fi

Click on “Device Manager” after pressing Windows + X. Now, right-click the network adapter and choose “Uninstall.” Click “Erase the software driver for this device.” If you restart the computer, Windows will reinstall the drivers for you.

Why are none of my Wi-Fi networks not showing up

If there are no networks in the list, your wireless hardware may be off or not working right. Check to see if it’s on. You might be too far away from the network to connect. Move closer to the wireless base station or router and wait a while to see if the network shows up in the list.

How do I reinstall my Wi-Fi driver

• Launch the Device Manager and select the Network Manager.
• Select Properties when you right-click on your Wi-Fi driver.
• Again, right-click the driver and click “Uninstall.”
• Now, update your Windows by going to Windows Update. Along with the other helpful updates, a driver that is up to date will be downloaded.