How to Forget a WiFi Network šļø
Sometimes you need to forget a WiFi network. Here's how and when.
How to Forget a WiFi Network šļø
Sometimes you need to "forget" a WiFi network. Here's how!
Why Forget WiFi? š¤
Good reasons:
- WiFi not working - Forgetting and reconnecting fixes problems
- Wrong password saved - Need to enter correct password
- Public WiFi - Don't want auto-connect at cafes
- Old WiFi - Moved house, don't use anymore
iPhone - How to Forget š±
- Open Settings āļø
- Tap WiFi
- Find WiFi name
- Tap (i) button next to it
- Tap Forget This Network
- Tap Forget to confirm
ā Done! Phone won't connect anymore.
Android - How to Forget š±
- Open Settings āļø
- Tap Network & Internet
- Tap WiFi
- Find WiFi name
- Hold down on name
- Tap Forget
ā Done! Phone won't connect anymore.
What Happens After? ā
Your phone will:
- ā Stop auto-connecting
- ā Delete saved password
You can still:
- ā Connect again manually
- ā Just enter password again
Think of it like deleting a contact - can always add back! š
Common Situations š
WiFi Keeps Disconnecting:
- Forget network
- Restart phone
- Reconnect with password
Wrong Password:
- Forget network
- Wait 10 seconds
- Reconnect with CORRECT password
Leaving Coffee Shop:
- Forget network before leaving
- More secure! š
How to Reconnect š
Easy! Just like first time:
- Settings > WiFi
- Tap WiFi name
- Enter password
- Tap Join/Connect
ā Phone remembers again!
Quick Summary ā
When to forget:
- Not working right
- Wrong password saved
- Public WiFi (cafe, airport)
- Old WiFi you don't use
How: Settings > WiFi > (i) or Hold > Forget
Remember: Can always reconnect! š