How to Reset Network Settings on iPhone

Author: Ritikaa | Guide: iPhone |

Just like you factory reset your iPhone, you can also reset the network settings on your iPhone. Doing this will reset all the network-related settings of your iPhone to the initial configuration. Be careful while doing this, as you won't get the previous settings back. Let's see how to do this in 6 easy steps.

Reset Network Settings on iPhone in 6 Steps

Step-1 Open Your 'Settings App: First, you have to go to the 'Settings app on your iPhone device so that you have access to the network settings of your device.

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Step-2 Tap On 'General': In the Settings app, you are going to find various settings such as:

  • General
  • Control Centre
  • Display & Brightness
  • Home Screen, etc.

You have to choose the 'General' settings option from this list.

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Step-3 Swipe Down: When the 'General' window opens up on your screen, swipe down in the list to reach the desired option.

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Step-4 Tap On 'Reset iPhone': You have to swipe till you reach the end of the list.

  • At the end of the list, you will find the option that says 'Transfer or Reset iPhone'.
  • Click on this option now.
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Step-5 Tap On 'Reset': Again, you will get the following two options:

  • Reset
  • Erase All Content and Settings

Choose the 'Reset' option from here.

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Step-6 Choose 'Reset Network Settings: When you click on the 'Reset' option in the previous step, you will get the following choices:

  • Reset All Settings
  • Reset Network Settings
  • Reset Keyboard Dictionary

From here, just select the second option.

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Choosing the 'Reset Network Settings' option in the last step would reset only the network settings in your device and not the complete device.

FAQ

What Happens When I Reset Network Setting on iPhone?

When you reset your network settings, the following changes would take place: 

  • All the previously used networks and VPN settings that were not installed by a configuration profile or MDM will be removed.
  • Wi-Fi will be turned off and then back on.
  • Your device would be disconnected from any network it is on.

Can I Get My Previous Settings Back After Reset?

When you reset the network settings on your iPhone, you lose all the previous settings permanently. This is because there is no backup of settings in the iPhone.

When Should I Reset Network Settings on My iPhone?

You should consider resetting the network settings on your iPhone when you face constant problems with its Wi-Fi and other connectivity features.

Performing a network reset on your iPhone generally solves most of these issues.

Can I Reset Network Settings in Android Also?

Yes, you can reset the network settings in your Android devices also just like you do on your iPhone. But, the procedure to do this might be a little different.

Will Doing Network Reset Wipe my iPhone?

No, resetting the network settings in your iPhone would not affect any other data except for the network settings.

It will fix all the minor glitches such as Bluetooth connectivity, WiFi, cellular data, hotspot,s, etc. You will lose your data only when you force reset your iPhone without saving a backup.

All iPhone users can reset the network settings of their devices irrespective of their model and version. For more such articles, check out our website!

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