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My wifi is connected but I can't download iOS update

My wifi is connected but it’s not letting me update to the latest version



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iPhone XR, iOS 14

Posted on Nov 19, 2021 4:36 PM

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Posted on Nov 19, 2021 4:57 PM

Jhack326 Said:

"My wifi is connected but it’s not letting me update to the latest version"

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Troubleshooting iPhone WiFi:


Four Thoughts:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

If connecting is unsuccessful, try clearing out your Temporary Internet FilesHistoryCache, and Cookies

Go Here: Clear your Safari Browser History and Set Up Content Blockers on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


B. Try manually restarting your iPhone:

  1. Go To: Settings
  2. Select: General
  3. Scroll to: the Very Bottom
  4. Select: Shut Down
  5. Slide Finger: to the Right
  6. Wait: 30 Seconds
  7. Power One: the iPhone
  8. Try this Once More


C. Troubleshooting Connectivity:

Wi-Fi: If your iPhone won’t Connect to a Wi-Fi Network - Apple Support

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Nov 19, 2021 4:57 PM in response to Jhack326

Jhack326 Said:

"My wifi is connected but it’s not letting me update to the latest version"

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Troubleshooting iPhone WiFi:


Four Thoughts:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

If connecting is unsuccessful, try clearing out your Temporary Internet FilesHistoryCache, and Cookies

Go Here: Clear your Safari Browser History and Set Up Content Blockers on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


B. Try manually restarting your iPhone:

  1. Go To: Settings
  2. Select: General
  3. Scroll to: the Very Bottom
  4. Select: Shut Down
  5. Slide Finger: to the Right
  6. Wait: 30 Seconds
  7. Power One: the iPhone
  8. Try this Once More


C. Troubleshooting Connectivity:

Wi-Fi: If your iPhone won’t Connect to a Wi-Fi Network - Apple Support

Nov 19, 2021 4:43 PM in response to Jhack326

Can you post a screenshot of the whole screen, it could reveal why you aren't able to update.


Make sure you:

• Are using a WiFi connection (not a hotspot).

• Have your battery charged at least 50%. Better yet, keep it plugged in during the update.

• Are not using a VPN connection.

• Do not have power save mode turned on.

• Do not have a beta version installed.

• You have at least 6 gigs of storage available.


You can also check out this article for help -


If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201435

Nov 19, 2021 4:56 PM in response to Jhack326

Jhack326 Said:

"My wifi is connected but it’s not letting me update to the latest version"

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To Update:



Use a Computer and Ethernet:

Start with attempting an update through use of a computer. If you cannot use Wi-Fi, then use Ethernet.  See my User Tip: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. On the computer, you would connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple. If you get the same error, the model is likely just not compatible.

My wifi is connected but I can't download iOS update

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