Common Fixes
- Force restart your iPhone: Press and quickly release the Volume Up button followed by Volume Down. Press and hold the side button and release it when the Apple logo appears.
- Change your Wi-Fi network name: Access your router’s Wi-Fi login page (e.g., 192.168.1.1), select Wi-Fi settings, and rename it. Your router will restart automatically to show the Wi-Fi network name.
- Move your iPhone close to the router: Keep your iPhone close to the router to receive adequate signals for network detection.
- Restart your router: Long-press the physical Power button on your router to restart it. Alternatively, unplug the router power supply, wait a few seconds, and plug it back in.
- Update iOS: Head to General > Software Update, and tap Update Now (if available) to update your iPhone.
Fix 1: Reset Network Settings
Incorrect network configuration on your iPhone can cause issues showing a Wi-Fi network name. To fix this, reset all network settings on your device.
Step 1: Open iPhone Settings, select General, and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone.
Step 2: Select Reset and tap Reset Network Settings. When prompted, enter your device passcode to confirm it.
Fix 2: Connect to the Network Manually
If your iPhone fails to connect to a saved Wi-Fi network, head to the device settings to connect to the network manually.
Open the Settings app, select Wi-Fi, and tap the saved network name to connect it. Alternatively, tap a discovered Wi-Fi network and type its password to connect to it.
Fix 3: Check Router Settings to Ensure the Network Isn’t Hidden
A Wi-Fi network may fail to show up on your iPhone if it is configured as hidden in the router settings.
Open the router settings manually using the Wi-Fi login page (192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1), select Wi-Fi, and turn on its discovery toggle.
Note: Wi-Fi settings may differ on your router. Check its product manual to enable Wi-Fi discoverability.
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Last updated on 12 July, 2024
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