iPhone 14 won’t connect to internet via WiFi

The VPN solution works! I first tried all the usual suggestions (Wi-Fi on/off, modem reboot, forced restart, reset network settings, etc.). All did nothing. I finally decided to remove my ExpressVPN and my Wi-Fi came right on! This was a brand new 14, still hadn't finished updating all apps and such. It all finished once the Wi-Fi came on after the VPN removal. I suspect I can reinstall my VPN now, but it was definitely the obstacle to my Wi-Fi issue. I don't know what to tell those without a VPN. Good luck finding your answer.

I bought a 14 Pro Max yesterday and started having this problem the 1st evening. I tried all the reset and reboot suggestions without effect. Finally I deleted my vpn configuration and was immediately back on WiFi. I reinstalled the vpn and everything is still working fine.

It is your VPN that’s most likely causing the issue. It doesn’t even have to be on. Delete the app and see if that cures it.

Turned off my VPN and no more issues with internet connections on my iPhone 14 Pro Max!

I had the same problem with my iphone 14 pro max. Turns out it was an issue with a VPN service. Once I turned that off in my settings it fixed the issue.

If you have a VPN service, try removing it from settings, and then add it back. That worked for me.

My phone, Iphone 14 pro Max, switches off of Wi-Fi when I’m not using it and switches back on when I use it. Phone was working fine until updated to 16.3. I tried everything including reset networks settings but that didn't fixed the issue. Updated to 16.3.1 hoping it will get fix but the issue still persist. The only solution, temporary solution, is turning my phone off and on but it only works fine for about 3 days and then it happens again.

I called customer support already, they run a diagnostic on my phone and they said nothing is wrong. I read a lot of forms trying to find a solution and there is a lot of people talking about this issue. If its a software issue please fix it in the next update. it gets very annoying when I have to restart the phone every 2/3 days. Nothing is wrong with my WIFI or my modem. All my other devices, including my husband Samsung Note 20 don't have any issues with WIFI connectivity. I tried every listed solution and nothing fix the issue. Also I have 2 friends, iphone 13 pro and iphone 11, that are facing the same issue after 16.3 that means it is not just me.

I had the same problem with my iPhone 14 pro not automatically connecting to my home Wi-Fi while my previous model XS had connected with no problems.

managed to find a fix in one of the threads and it’s working fine now.

Just need to reset network settings.

jafulton wrote:

I bought a 14 Pro Max yesterday and started having this problem the 1st evening. I tried all the reset and reboot suggestions without effect. Finally I deleted my vpn configuration and was immediately back on WiFi. I reinstalled the vpn and everything is still working fine.

See my post right above yours. It explains why that worked.

Try to delete VPN in your settings. I had similar issue and this solution worked for me.

Same here! So Glad to have read this thread. i removed NORD VPN app restarted phone and fixed!

If you have a VPN take it off your phone. That was the problem on my husband’s new iPhone 14. Hope this helps

You should contact Apple Support to arrange for Apple to perform diagnostics on your phone. Most diagnostics can be run remotely. Use the Get Support link at the top or bottom of this page.

I confirm it's the VPN app, close it and go to airplane mode then turn airplane mode off and it works again now.

• FIRST, do you use VPN? If so, delete the VPN profile and app and see if that fixes it.
  • So I can't use VPN with iPhone?
• Does it happen with all Wi-Fi networks, or just one?
  • I only am connected to my WiFi for long enough to be an issue. The problem happens when my phone goes to sleep, and that has only happened at home so far.
• If it’s just one, have you tried restarting your router?
  • This is not an issue with any other device on my WiFi network, so it can't be the router.
• Have you tried different locations, both close to and far from the router?
  • Tried that
• Have you followed this guidance→Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference - Apple Support
  • I'll read this
• Have you tried “Forgetting” the network, restarting your phone, and the reconnecting?
  • Yes. It doesn't help. The only thing that fixes it is if I turn off the phone and restart.
• Have you tried Reset Network Settings?
• If it is all Wi-Fi networks have you again tried Reset Network Settings?
• Have you tried 3rd party networks in different physical locations?
  • No. I don't really have access to any third party networks except public WiFi which I generally don't use.