First-Steps for WiFi Dropping Out
- If there’s a minor iOS update, perform this upgrade first. Check Settings > General > Software Update.
- If possible, update via iTunes–users report consistent and stable updates using iTunes versus OTA
- For a quick fix, refresh your router by turning it OFF then back ON again(unplug from power.) Wait 1-2 minutes between cycling OFF and turning back on. Most times, your WiFi reconnects
- Restart your iDevice. If a normal restart does not help, perform a forced restart by holding down these buttons at the same time for at least ten seconds until the Apple logo appears
- On an iPhone 6S or below plus all iPads & iPod Touches, press Home and Power at the same time until you see the Apple logo
- For iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus: Press and hold both the Side and Volume Down buttons for at least 10 seconds, until you see the Apple logo
- On an iPhone X Series model (XS/XR/X) or iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus: Press and quickly release the Volume Up button. Then press and quickly release the Volume Down button. Finally, press and hold the Side button until you see the Apple logo
- Turn Bluetooth completely off via Settings > Bluetooth (or via Control Center)
- Forget and then Rejoin WiFi Network
- Go to Settings > WiFi > Click on the name of your network or the blue “i” next to it
- Tap Forget This Network
- Do not do this step if you don’t know the network password
- Rejoin
- Enter your network’s password
More Tips for iPhone or iPad WiFi Dropping Out
- Turn Off Wi-Fi Assist (if available.) Check Settings > Cellular and scroll all the way down. If Wi-Fi Assist is toggled ON, toggle it OFF
- Reset Network Settings: Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. Then rejoin the Network again. Do not do this step if you don’t know your WiFi password(s)!
- Resets all your network connection options and sets your device’s network settings back to the factory defaults
- Clears your current cellular (if applicable) and WiFi networks including saved networks, WiFi passwords, and VPN settings
- Before you reset your network’s settings, be sure have your WiFi network name and passwords available for re-entry
- Put your iDevice in Airplane Mode, turn WiFi back on, and test out your WiFi to see if that solves the problem
- Or try switching Airplane mode ON and then switching WiFi ON. Next, perform a hard restart then switch Airplane mode back OFF. Now check if your WiFi connects and stays connected
- Disable any VPN apps on your iDevice and test WiFi again
- Toggle off Location Services. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and turn it off
- Many users find that disabling System Services’ WiFi Networking solves the problem
- Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > System Services > and toggle off WiFi Networking
Check Out Your Wireless Router & Modem
- Update Router Firmware. Check your manufacturer’s support website for the latest firmware
- Check your router for both device prioritization features. If available, disable device prioritization and test WiFi again
- Try different wireless frequencies if available on your router (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) and different bandwidths (20 MHz recommended for the 2.4 bands)