If you’re having Wi-Fi connection problems or see an Wi-Fi icon with an exclamation point
, try the solutions below. After each solution, try to open a webpage on your phone to see if the issue is fixed.
Note:Some of these steps work only on Android 8.1 and up. Learn how to check your Android version.
Tip: For more support, activate Google Assistant on your Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro and ask any questions about your Pixel. Learn more about Pixel support on Assistant.
How to check your settings & restart
- Make sure Wi-Fi is on.Then turnit off and onagain to reconnect.Learn how to connect toWi-Fi networks.
- Make sureAirplane mode is off.Then turnit on and off again to reconnect.Learn how to enable and disable Airplane mode.
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Press your phone's power button for a few seconds. Then, on your screen, tap Restart
.If you don't see "Restart," press andhold the power button for about 30 seconds, until your phonerestarts.
.If you don't see "Restart," press andhold the power button for about 30 seconds, until your phonerestarts.How to identify the connection issue
- Phone:Try connecting to the Wi-Fi network with another device, like a laptop computer or friend's phone. If other devices can use the network, the problem is most likely with your phone.
- Network:Check whether your phonecan connect to another Wi-Fi network, like at a friend's house or a public network. If your phonecan connect elsewhere, the problem is most likely with the network.
- Internet:If your phoneconnects to the Wi-Fi networkbut you still have no internet, the problem is most likely with your internet connection.
How to troubleshoot your connection issue
How to fix phone issues
How to delete & re-add network
Delete a Wi-Fi network from your phone
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Network & internet Internet.
- If needed, turn on Wi-Fi.
- At the bottom, tap Saved networks.
- In the list, tap the saved network that you want to delete.
- TapForget.
Internet.Add the Wi-Fi network again
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Network & internet Internet.
- At the end of the list, tap Add network.
- If needed, enter the network name (SSID) and other security details.
- TapSave. If needed, enter a password.
The problem can be from an app that you downloaded. To find out, restart your phonein safe mode.
- Turn on safe mode.Learn how to turn on safe mode.
- Try connecting to the Wi-Fi network again.
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Network & internet Internet the network name.
- Check if the Wi-Fi connection works in safe mode.
- If the Wi-Fi connection works in safe mode, a downloadedapp is most likely causing the issue.
- To exit safe mode, restart your phone.
- Uninstall recently downloaded apps one by one. See whether the connection works.
- After you remove the app that's causing the problem, reinstall the other apps.
- If the Wi-Fi connection doesn't work in safe mode
Likely, there's a problem with the Wi-Fi network or internet connection.
- If the Wi-Fi connection works in safe mode, a downloadedapp is most likely causing the issue.
Tip: Airplane mode is automatically turned on when you enter safe mode. We recommend turning airplane mode off in order to continue using features such as GPS, Wi-Fi, and making phone calls.
How to fix internet & network issues
How to restart the router & modem
If the Wi-Fi router and modem are yours, try turning them off and then on again.
- Unplug the router andmodem's power cords from the power outlet for 15 seconds.
- Plug the power cords back in.
- Check that all cords and cables are secure at both ends.
- Wait a few minutes, until the lights on the modem and router are working right. (See the device manual or manufacturer's support site.)
If the lights aren't working right, you couldhave an issue with the modem, router, or internet connection.
Contact the network administrator or your Internet Service Provider. For example, there could be a service outage, or they could need to reset your connection.
How to sign in to a public network
Important: Public networks, like at cafes or airports, often have a webpage for you to complete. If you sign in or accept the terms, the public connection should work.
If you don't see an authorization page after you connect to a public network:
- Check fora notification that asks you to sign in.
- Open a new page in a new window.
If thosesteps don't work, try restarting your connection to the network:
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Network & internet Internet.
- Touch and hold the network name. TapForget.
- Turn Wi-Fi off and then on again.
- On the list, tapthe network name.
- You'll get a notification to sign in.Tap the notification.
- To connect to the network, agree to the terms.
How to reset all network settings
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap System Reset options Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth. If you don't see "Advanced," tap Network & internet More Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth.
- At the bottom, tap Reset settings.
How to fix Wi-Fi hotspot issues
How to check that hotspot is on
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Network & internet Hotspot & tethering.
- Tap Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Turn on UseWi-Fi hotspot.
- If it was already on, turn it off and then on again.
- If your phonehasn't had a hotspot before, first tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.
Tip: For more info,learn more about hotspots and tethering.
How to contact your mobile carrier
Important:Not all mobile service providers work with mobile hotspots.
If you have issues, check with your carrier. Ask whether your phonecan connect to mobile hotspots and whether they're in your data plan.
What to do when your Wi-Fi turns off when hotspot is on
Some devices, such as the Pixel 7a, don't support hotspot and Wi-Fi at the same time. When the hotspot is turned on, Wi-Fi automatically turns off.
What to do when your hotspot automatically turns off
When no devices are connected to the hotspot for 10 minutes, the hotspot will automatically turn off.
On devices that don’t support hotspot and Wi-Fi at the same time, Wi-Fi will also turn back on automatically and attempt to connect to the last known network.
What to do when you reconnect
When you reconnect, check for thelatest system update. Updates can bring improvements that help fix issues.Learn how to check and update your Android version.
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