iPhone WiFi is greyed out and won't turn on
If Airplane Mode is off and Screen Time isn't restricting it, restart your iPhone. If that doesn't work, your WiFi hardware may have an issue. Try updating to the latest iOS or contact us for help.
When WiFi is greyed out and won't turn on despite Airplane Mode being off and Screen Time not restricting it, the WiFi hardware or driver may have failed. Restarting your phone in many cases fixes temporary glitches. If it doesn't, an iOS update or a hardware issue may be the cause.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the hardware is broken before trying a restart
- Not checking Airplane Mode or Screen Time first
Signs you need professional help
- If WiFi is still greyed out after restarting, checking Airplane Mode and Screen Time, and updating iOS, the WiFi hardware may have failed. Give us a call.
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