8 Ways to Fix Apple Watch Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

The Apple Watch is an innovative product, but it doesn’t mean it’s free from flaws. We’ve noticed a few bugs, albeit rarely, but even the one time they occur, it is frustrating. We’ve seen that happen when our Apple Watch was not connecting to Wi-Fi, and if you are in a similar situation – we’re here to help.

In this article, we want to show you eight easy methods to fix the problem and get back to using Wi-Fi on your Apple Watch. However, let us understand the issue better and know why your Apple Watch isn’t connecting to Wi-Fi in the first place.

Why Is My Apple Watch Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

Here are some possible reasons your Apple Watch is not connecting to Wi-Fi.

• You have entered the incorrect password for the Wi-Fi network.
• You are far away from the Wi-Fi router.
• Your Wi-Fi router is disconnected from the internet.
• Your internet plan is not active.
• There is a software bug affecting Wi-Fi services in watchOS.
• There is an issue with the hardware component on the Wi-Fi router.

We’ll elaborate on the above reasons and help you fix the problem on your Apple Watch. Let’s begin.

How to Fix Apple Watch That Keeps Disconnecting From Wi-Fi

Here are eight methods to fix problems with Wi-Fi on your Apple Watch. Let’s begin with simply restarting Wi-Fi on your Apple Watch.

1. Turn Off Wi-Fi and Back On Again

Turning off your Wi-Fi and building fresh connectivity between the Wi-Fi router and your Apple Watch can help fix the problem. Therefore, here’s how to turn off Wi-Fi, turn it back on, and attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Press the Digital Crown once to open the App Library.

Step 2: Open the Settings app (gear icon).

Step 3: Tap on Wi-Fi.

Step 4: Turn off the toggle, wait for a few seconds, and turn it back on.

Step 5: Tap on the saved Wi-Fi network to try and connect to it.

If it does not work, move to the following method.

2. Forget and Reconnect to the Network

Most Wi-Fi problems are solved by simply forgetting the saved network and reconnecting to it. At times, network configurations on your device may have been corrupted, and forgetting the Wi-Fi network erases all information, settings, and even the password.

Therefore, attempting to start a fresh connection on your Apple Watch can help you fix the issue. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Press the Crown once to open the App Library.

Step 2: Open the Settings app.

Step 3: Tap on Wi-Fi.

Step 4: Select the saved Wi-Fi network.

Step 5: Tap on Forget.

Now, go back and try to connect to the network again.

3. Enter the Right Password

Ensure you enter the right password for the Wi-Fi network on your Apple Watch. If you do not remember your password, contact your internet service provider to find some help.

You can also check our guide to view saved Wi-Fi passwords on iPhone.

4. Check Your Wi-Fi Router Connectivity

Ensure you have an active internet connection plan, and check with your internet service provider if none of your devices can connect to the Wi-Fi network. Further, make sure there are no problems with your Wi-Fi router either.

5. Restart Your Apple Watch

If you restart your Apple Watch, the bug preventing it from connecting to Wi-Fi can be possibly removed. Once you shut down your Apple Watch, all the processes are closed and launched again once it turns on. This way, all the operations are started clean and afresh, and your watch will run without any problems.

Step 1: Press the Digital Crown once to open the home screen and go to Settings.

Step 2: Tap on General.

Step 3: Tap on Shut Down. This turns off your Apple Watch.

Step 4: Now, press and hold the side button to power on your Apple Watch.

6. Update Apple Watch

If several users face the issue with Wi-Fi connectivity on Apple Watch, Apple will undoubtedly note the complaints and push an update to fix the same. Therefore, update your Apple Watch to the latest version of watchOS.

Step 1: Open the Watch app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Tap on General.

Step 3: Tap on Software Update.

Step 4: Download and install a new update, if available.

Your Apple Watch must have at least 50% of battery level and be on charging as you install the update.

7. Reset Apple Watch

If none of the above methods work, reset your Apple Watch. This should fix the software-related issue. However, doing this will erase all the data on your Apple Watch, including your workout data. And unless you have a backup, you can’t restore them.

If you still want to go ahead, follow the below steps.

Step 1: Press the Digital Crown once to open the home screen and go to Settings.

Step 2: Tap on General.

Step 3: Tap on Reset.

Step 4: Tap on ‘Erase All Content and Settings’ to proceed. If prompted, confirm the deletion.

8. Contact Apple Support

If none of the above methods work, your Apple Watch is due for a service. Apple customer care will guide you further and help you fix the problem. There might be some repair or replacement of parts responsible for connecting your Apple Watch to a Wi-Fi network.

FAQs on Apple Watch Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

Stay Connected

We hope this article helped you fix the problem on your Apple Watch and always stay connected to Wi-Fi. However, we wish Apple provided a ‘Reset Network Settings’ option for the Apple Watch since it can help us quickly fix any network-related issues!