Resetting your network settings can be a useful troubleshooting step for resolving issues with your internet connection. It can help if your Wi-Fi network isn’t working correctly, or your device isn’t connecting to the internet. If you’re having other issues, like slow speeds or an unreliable connection, resetting your network settings may also help to resolve them.
Resetting your network settings will delete all of your saved Wi-Fi networks and passwords, Bluetooth connections, VPN configurations, and any other settings related to networking on your device. To restore your networks, you’ll have to re-enter everything manually.
There are several different ways to reset your network settings depending on what kind of device you have. Here’s a guide to resetting your network settings on iOS, Android, Windows, and MacOS:
iOS
On an iPhone or iPad, go to the Settings app, select General, and then scroll down to Reset. Tap on Reset Network Settings and enter your passcode to confirm the reset.
Android
On an Android device, open the Settings app, select Network & Internet, and then tap on the Advanced option at the bottom. Select Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth, and then tap Reset Settings to confirm.
Windows
On a Windows laptop or desktop, open the Start Menu and search for Network Settings. Select Change adapter options, right click on your active network connection, and then select Properties. Go to the Networking tab, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and then click the Properties button. Now press the Advanced button and click the Reset button.
macOS
On a Mac, open the Network preferences panel and select your active network connection from the list. Click the Advanced button, select the TCP/IP tab, and then click Renew DHCP Lease. When prompted, select Renew DHCP Lease again and your networking settings will be reset.
After resetting your network settings, it’s important to make sure that you have everything set up correctly. Make sure to reconnect to any Wi-Fi networks you had saved and re-enter any necessary passwords or other information. You may also need to reconfigure any VPNs, proxy servers, or other networking settings you had in place.
Resetting your network settings can be a useful troubleshooting step, but it’s important to make sure that you know how to properly configure your network after the reset. If you’re still having issues after resetting your network settings, you may need to contact your internet service provider or consult a technical expert for more help.