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How can I connect my iPad to the internet?

How can I connect my iPad to the internet? I can connect to the internet on my iPhone but my iPad cannot!

iPad Air 2, iPadOS 13

Posted on Apr 18, 2021 3:05 PM

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Posted on Apr 19, 2021 5:48 AM

First, are you able to connect to your Routers WiFi network?

Connect to Wi-Fi on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

Connect iPad to the internet - Apple Support


If, having connected to your Router’s WiFi you still cannot connect to the internet, you may need to restart your WiFi Router. To restart you home router, disconnect power - then wait at least 30 seconds before restarting. When you router has rebooted (which may take several minutes), force-restart your iPad:


  • On an iPad with a Home button: Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.
  • On an iPad with Face ID: Press and quickly release the volume up button, press and quickly release the volume down button, then press and hold the top button. When the Apple logo appears, release the button.


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Apr 19, 2021 5:48 AM in response to FrustratedAppleUser84

First, are you able to connect to your Routers WiFi network?

Connect to Wi-Fi on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

Connect iPad to the internet - Apple Support


If, having connected to your Router’s WiFi you still cannot connect to the internet, you may need to restart your WiFi Router. To restart you home router, disconnect power - then wait at least 30 seconds before restarting. When you router has rebooted (which may take several minutes), force-restart your iPad:


  • On an iPad with a Home button: Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.
  • On an iPad with Face ID: Press and quickly release the volume up button, press and quickly release the volume down button, then press and hold the top button. When the Apple logo appears, release the button.


Apr 19, 2021 5:50 AM in response to FrustratedAppleUser84

  1. Go to Settings  > Wi-Fi, then turn on Wi-Fi.
  2. Tap one of the following:
    • A network: Enter the password, if required.
    • Other: Joins a hidden network. Enter the name of the hidden network, security type, and password.

If  appears at the top of the screen, iPad is connected to a Wi-Fi network. (To verify this, open Safari to view a webpage.) iPad reconnects when you return to the same location.

How can I connect my iPad to the internet?

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