iPhone 7Plus not connecting to WIFI

Hi team!


My iPhone has taken on a chronic issue of not connecting to any WIFI. I have tried various different routers at different sites and the problem persists. I have a back up iPhone with me that is connecting to the same WIFI routers so I can confirm the issue is not the network but definitely the iPhone. However, the back-up does not have all my Apple IDs set up or half the functionality of this newer iPhone and I do not wish to transfer my data or apps to it (it is just for emergencies and booking local taxis etc.).


I have read through and acted upon the troubleshooting page If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won’t connect to a Wi-Fi network and have even gone through the 'Reset Network Settings' option a couple of times, switched the device off/ on several times and tinkered with just about every possible setting that I can find.


The iPhone is finding the servers/ routers and the WIFI icon flashes up for a few seconds but then it just reads 'No Internet Connection'. What's going on with it, and is there any way to remedy this issue?


Maybe someone has a tip for fixing this?


I would attempt to run an update of the software (I'm currently on 15.1) but, obviously, I would need an internet connection to achieve that. Maybe I can plug the device into my Mac and access WIFI that way?


Many thanks in advance,

Adam



iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 2, 2022 2:57 AM

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Posted on Jan 2, 2022 7:28 AM

Issue resolved.


It was my VPN (Nord) that was causing the blockage, perhaps relating to change of year? When I deleted the VPN from my device, the WIFI came straight back on.

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Jan 2, 2022 5:31 AM in response to AdamSKennedy

Connecting to Wifi is the first part and then getting connected to the Internet is the second

  1. If you connect to Wifi, doesn't necessarily mean you are connected to the internet. If you are not connected to wifi could be a problem with iPhone settings or Router/Modem Settings
  2. If you are not connected to the internet is the sole issue of Router / Modem Settings. Contact your ISP immediately


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