Users have reported the strange problem of iPhone being connected to Wi-Fi network, but there is actually no internet connectivity.
In a typical case of this nature, you can clearly see iPhone being connected to a Wi-Fi network, but it fails to connect to the internet and is unable to open any website or webpage on the internet.
There could be various reasons for this problem, ranging from minor software glitches and incorrect or corrupted network settings to other reasons.
Steps to Fix iPhone Connected to Wi-Fi but No Internet Connection Issue
You can find below the troubleshooting steps to fix this annyoing Wi-Fi connectivity problem on iPhone.
1. Restart iPhone
Restart iPhone to clear out stuck programs and processes, which might be preventing iPhone from connecting to Internet.
1. Go to Settings > General > scroll down and tap on Shut Down.
2. On the next screen, use the Slider to shut-down iPhone.
3. Allow iPhone to completely Shut Down > Wait for 30 seconds > Restart iPhone and try to connect to internet.
2. Enable and Disable Airplane Mode
The quickest way to refresh and reset all the antennas on your iPhone is to Enable and Disable Airplane mode.
1. Go to Settings > Enable Airplane Mode by moving the toggle to ON position.
2. After 30 seconds, disable Airplane Mode by moving the toggle to OFF position.
3. Power Flush Modem/Router
1. Switch OFF the Power Supply to your Modem/Router – Use the switch (if available) or Unplug the power cable from the wall socket.
2. Make sure you wait for at-least 60 seconds and restore back the power supply to Modem.
The above step resets Wi-Fi Network, assigns a New IP Address to your iPhone (if required) and fixes most WiFi connectivity problems.
4. Install Updates
Sometimes, the problem is due to updates waiting to be installed on your device.
1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
2. On the next screen, allow iPhone to check for updates and Install Updates (if available).
5. Forget WiFi Network and Rejoin
Note down your WiFi Password and follow the steps below to Forget WiFi Network and rejoin the Network.
1. Go to Settings > WiFi > select your WiFi network.
2. On the next screen, select Forget This Network option.
3. On the confirmation pop-up, tap on Forget to confirm.
After this, select your WiFi Network > enter WiFi Network Password to join the Network.
6. Turn OFF WiFi Assist
The problem could be due to the Wi-Fi Assist feature on your device trying to automatically switch iPhone from Wi-Fi to Cellular Network.
1. Go to Settings > Cellular.
2. On the next screen, disable Wi-Fi Assist by moving the toggle to OFF position.
7. Disable VPN
If you are using VPN, disable the VPN service on your iPhone and see if you can connect to the internet.
1. Go to Settings > General > VPN & Device Management.
2. On the next screen, move the toggle next to Status to OFF position.
8. Reset Network Settings
Make sure that you note down your Wi-Fi Network Password and follow the steps below to Reset Network Settings on your iPhone.
1. Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset.
2. On the pop-up, select Reset Network Settings option.
3. Enter your Lock Screen Password (if prompted) > On the confirmation pop-up, select the Reset option to confirm.
4. Patiently wait for the Reset process to be completed.
Once the Reset Process is completed, rejoin Wi-Fi Network by entering your Wi-Fi Network Password.