If your iPhone keeps dropping Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connections—or refuses to connect altogether—don’t worry, you’re not alone. The quickest fix is to turn Airplane Mode on and off, or go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This solves the problem for most users in seconds. But if that doesn’t work, we’ve got a few more tried-and-true steps you can take.
1. Turn It Off and Back On (Yes, Really)
Sometimes, the oldest trick in the book actually works. Restart your iPhone by holding the Side button and either volume button, then sliding to power off. After it shuts down, turn it back on and test the connection.
2. Forget and Reconnect to Wi-Fi
If your Wi-Fi isn’t cooperating:
- Go to Settings > Wi-Fi
- Tap the “i” next to the network you’re trying to connect to
- Hit Forget This Network
- Then, reconnect by entering your password again
This helps clear out any hidden bugs in your saved network data.
3. Reset Network Settings
This step resets your Wi-Fi networks, passwords, Bluetooth connections, and VPN settings—but nothing else.
- Head to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings Your iPhone will restart, and you’ll need to rejoin your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices. This often fixes stubborn issues instantly.
4. Update iOS (Don’t Skip This)
Apple often patches Wi-Fi and Bluetooth bugs in new updates. Go to Settings > General > Software Update and make sure you’re on the latest version of iOS.
5. Check for Interference
For Bluetooth issues, move closer to the device you’re trying to connect to. For Wi-Fi, avoid areas with heavy electrical interference like microwaves, or try switching to a 5GHz band if available.
6. Try a Full Reset (Only If You Must)
If nothing works, backing up your iPhone and doing a full factory reset may be your last option. Go to: Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings
Make sure to back up your data first using iCloud or a computer.
iPhones are great—until they randomly decide they can’t find Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. But with these steps, you can usually get everything working again without needing to visit Apple Support. Still having trouble? Then it might be time to check your router or take the phone in for a hardware check.
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