iPad mini 6th Gen and 10th Gen Wi-Fi frequently disconnects
My 2 newer devices (6th mini and 10th gen) keep disconnecting from the wifi icon every 5 minutes I tried everything possible and nothing is working so annoying.
iPad, iPadOS 18
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If you have already "tried everything possible", how do you expect anyone to offer help?
If multiple devices are disconnecting are from your WiFi network, this might reasonably suggest that the problem is with your WiFi network/router - and not the individual devices...
What troubleshooting steps, specifically, have you already tried? If you are using a VPN or any security Apps with your devices (e.g. Norton, MacAfee etc.) delete the App and any associated profiles from your iPad.
You may find that a restart of your WiFi Router, followed by a restart of your iPad(s) will clear the problem….
To restart your router, disconnect power from the router for at least 30 seconds - then reconnect power to restart. After your router reboots (which may take several minutes), force restart your iPad:
Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)
If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:
- Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
- Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
- Press and hold the top button.
- When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.
Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)
Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.
If you continue to have difficulties, check to see if your iPads are using the WiFi Private Address feature. This feature is intended to provide additional privacy and security when using “public” (untrusted) WiFi networks.
Settings > WiFi > [Your WiFi Network / SSID] - tap the “i” icon - Private Address
The Private Address feature is largely unnecessary for your home WiFi network; if enabled, Private Addressing can cause issues if specific MAC addresses are expected by your WiFi Router. You may need to disable this feature; Private Addresses are enabled or disabled for each individual WiFi network.
Use private Wi-Fi addresses in iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and watchOS 7 - Apple Support