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Wifi auto join turns off when relocating

We are on the road full time using Starlink for internet. When we move to a new location and set up Starlink again, the wife's iPhone 11 doesn't automatically connect to the wifi network. When you go to settings the Auto Connect has turned off. We turn it on, all works great, we move again, it turns off again. It's like it's deciding that since it's at a different location it must be a different Network and automatically turns off auto connect.


We have 2 older iPads, an iPhone 6 and a MCA Book Pro, none of them have this issue. Is there a location based setting somewhere for the wifi auto connect?

iPhone 11 Pro Max

Posted on Nov 16, 2023 3:43 PM

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Nov 17, 2023 2:23 AM in response to JustAskDaveIT

You may try some of these steps, please check after each step...


  1. Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary software glitches. Turn off your iPhone, wait for a few seconds, and then turn it back on.
    1. Restart the device. That's it.
    2. Still not solved --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support
  2. If the issue persists, you can try resetting all settings on your iPhone. This will not erase your data but will reset all personalized settings to their default values. Go to Settings > General > Transfer & Reset > Reset > Reset All Settings and confirm the action. Note that you will need to reconfigure your settings afterward. All settings—including network settings, the keyboard dictionary, the Home screen layout, location settings, privacy settings, and Apple Pay cards—are removed or reset to their defaults. No data or media are deleted.
    1. Reset All Settings: Return iPhone settings to their defaults - Apple Support:- Return iPhone settings to their defaults
    2. You can return settings to their defaults without erasing your content.
    3. If you want to save your settings, back up your iPhone before returning them to their defaults. For example, if you’re trying to solve a problem but returning settings to their defaults doesn’t help, you might want to restore your previous settings from a backup.
  3. Make sure you have the latest updates installed.
    1. Update Over-the-Air (OTA) —> Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support (IN)
    2. Update using iTunes/Finder —> Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (IN)


If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it is recommended to reach out to Apple Support or visit an authorized service center for further assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your device model and iOS version.



Wifi auto join turns off when relocating

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