How to Fix Unable to Join Network Error on iOS Devices

Nowadays, people have become heavily dependent on the internet. For this reason, it is extremely aggravating and inconvenient when “Unable to Join Network” error pops up on the screen.  If you have encountered this error on your iOS devices such as iPad, iPod, or iPhone, then you know how frustrating it is. Without further ado, let’s explore the different ways to fix this Unable to Join Network error on the iOS device:

Enable the Wi-Fi

When the Wi-Fi is disabled, you will get the Unable to Join Network error. Therefore, check whether you have accidentally or unknowingly turned the Wi-Fi off on your iOS device. Here is how you can do so:

1. Open your iPad or iPhone.
2. Go through the apps, and tap on Settings.
3. Check whether the bar next to Wi-Fi is green in color. If not, tap on the switch to turn it on.

Restart the Router

Another easy way to get rid of this network connection issue it to just cut the power source to the Router off, and then turn it on after a few seconds.

Tin order to do this, you have to disconnect the Router plug from the power source. Now, wait for a couple of moments, and attach the Router back to the power source.

Turning off and then reconnecting the power supply is called power cycling. By implementing this easy process, you can help your router in revering from common issues which may have lead to dropped connection and network connection errors.

Reboot the iOS device

Another easy way to fix the network connection issue is just to restart the iOS device. Doing so can be helpful in troubleshooting minor errors on iPads and iPhones, such as Wi-Fi network errors. Here is how you can reboot your iOS device:

1. Firstly, press and hold the Sleep button on the side.
2. Do not release the button until you see the slide to power off the bar on display.
3. After that, in the slider that appears, swipe towards the right
4. Now, your iPhone or iPad will get powered off.
5. Wait for a few seconds and then press and hold the Sleep button.
6. Release the button when the Apple logo flashes on display.

Forget the Wi-Fi Network

If you are unable to join a particular network on your iOS device, then you can try forgetting the network and then join it again. Here is how you can do that:

• Firstly, open the Settings application on your iPhone or iPad.
• After that, scroll to the Wi-Fi section and tap on it.
• In the Wi-Fi Settings screens, go to Choose A Network.
• Now, select the network that you are unable to join.
• After that, choose Forget This Network from the screen.
• Now, you will be prompted to confirm that you wish to forget the selected Wi-Fi network.
• Select the Forget option.
• Go back to the Settings app.
• Scroll to Wi-Fi and tap on it.
• Now, select the Network you wish to join.
• Key in the passcode for the Wi-Fi network in order to rejoin it.

Aida Martin is a self-professed security expert; She has been making the people aware of the security threats. Her passion is to write about Cyber security, cryptography, malware, social engineering, internet and new media. She writes for Norton security products at www.norton.com/setup.