Why is my iPhone hotspot not connecting to other devices?

when im trying to Sharing hotspots is not connecting others device


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iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Mar 19, 2025 8:31 PM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2025 9:34 PM

If your iPhone's hotspot isn't connecting to other devices, here are some steps to troubleshoot the issue:


1. Check Personal Hotspot Settings

- Go to Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot and ensure it's turned on.

- Verify that the Allow Others to Join option is enabled.


2. Restart Devices

- Restart both your iPhone and the device trying to connect to the hotspot.


3. Check Wi-Fi Password

- Ensure the password displayed in Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot matches what you're entering on the other device.


4. Enable Maximize Compatibility

- If you're using an iPhone 12 or later, go to Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot and turn on Maximize Compatibility. This switches the hotspot to a 2.4 GHz frequency, which is more compatible with older devices.


5. Update iOS

- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Software Update and ensure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version.


6. Reset Network Settings

- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Transfer or Reset iPhone ➡️ Reset ➡️ Reset Network Settings. This will reset Wi-Fi, cellular, and VPN settings but won't delete your data.


7. Contact Your Carrier

- Ensure your mobile plan supports Personal Hotspot and that your carrier settings are up to date.


Axel F.

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Mar 19, 2025 9:34 PM in response to hossain171

If your iPhone's hotspot isn't connecting to other devices, here are some steps to troubleshoot the issue:


1. Check Personal Hotspot Settings

- Go to Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot and ensure it's turned on.

- Verify that the Allow Others to Join option is enabled.


2. Restart Devices

- Restart both your iPhone and the device trying to connect to the hotspot.


3. Check Wi-Fi Password

- Ensure the password displayed in Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot matches what you're entering on the other device.


4. Enable Maximize Compatibility

- If you're using an iPhone 12 or later, go to Settings ➡️ Personal Hotspot and turn on Maximize Compatibility. This switches the hotspot to a 2.4 GHz frequency, which is more compatible with older devices.


5. Update iOS

- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Software Update and ensure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version.


6. Reset Network Settings

- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Transfer or Reset iPhone ➡️ Reset ➡️ Reset Network Settings. This will reset Wi-Fi, cellular, and VPN settings but won't delete your data.


7. Contact Your Carrier

- Ensure your mobile plan supports Personal Hotspot and that your carrier settings are up to date.


Axel F.

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