An internet connect is required to download the configuration for this profile.

I woke up with my new iPhone 16 plus screening "Software Update Complete. Your Iphone has been updated to iOS 26.1.", with options -Continue- and -Only Download Automatically-.


With either option I'm asked to connect to a Wi-Fi network (which it was already connected). I've tried with my home network, my work network, other phones sharing their network and every single one gives error:

Unable to Download Profile Configuration. An internet connection is required to download the configuration for this profile. Try again or Choose Wi-Fi Network.


This happens in loop. No matter what network I use, the same error pop-ups and I cannot do anything. This also blocks the access to my phone!


How to proceed?

iPhone 16 Plus

Posted on Nov 6, 2025 9:08 AM

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Posted on Nov 6, 2025 9:10 AM

Do you have a 3rd party VPN installed, even if you are not using it? If so, delete the VPN profile in Settings/General/VPN & Device Management/VPN, then restart your device. Don't just turn it off; delete the profile. If that fixes it, you can try reinstalling VPN, but probably shouldn't.

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