Top 8 Ways to Fix iPhone Not Showing Wi-Fi Network Name

While the latest iPhone supports 5G, most users prefer Wi-Fi to download files, install apps, and update iOS. But what if your iPhone fails to show the Wi-Fi network name? Before using cellular data, use the tricks below to fix this issue.

Does your home or office Wi-Fi show on other devices except your iPhone? This can be confusing and prevent you from accessing a high-speed network. Don’t rush to a service center. You can easily tackle this problem by following the troubleshooting tips below.

1. Restart iPhone

Let’s start with the basics. You can reboot your iPhone to fix network glitches. If you have an iPhone with Face ID, follow these steps:

Step 1: Press and hold any volume button and the power button together.

Step 2: Use the power-off slider to turn off your iPhone.

Step 3: Turn on your device after a minute and try finding the Wi-Fi network in Settings.

2. Change Wi-Fi Name

This trick worked on our iPhone XR. Our iPhone didn’t show the office Wi-Fi name. We changed the Wi-Fi name from the ISP app, and the new Wi-Fi network started showing up on all devices.

Note: We will take our ISP as an example in the steps below. The steps may differ on your ISP’s app.

Step 1: Open the ISP app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Select your Wi-Fi plan.

Step 3: Open Wi-Fi settings.

Step 4: Edit name and type new name for preferred Wi-Fi frequency. If you have a dual-band Wi-Fi router, change the name of both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies.

Open Settings on your iPhone and go to the Wi-Fi menu. The new Wi-Fi name should now appear.

You can change the Wi-Fi password from your local ISP’s app or website and try accessing it again on your iPhone.

Step 1: Open Wi-Fi Settings in your local ISP app (check the steps above).

Step 2: Select edit password and enter a new strong password with special characters.

Step 3: Open the Wi-Fi menu in Settings on your iPhone and check if the Wi-Fi network is appearing.

4. Restart Router

To fix this issue, restart your router. Certain Asus routers may need a reboot to update the Wi-Fi settings. Once the router is restarted, check if the new Wi-Fi name appears on your iPhone.

5. Enable and Disable Airplane Mode

You can reset your iPhone’s network by using airplane mode. It’s a trick to fix network glitches like your iPhone not showing the Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Swipe down from the top-right corner to access the Control Center. Step 2: Enable airplane mode and disable it after a few seconds.

6. Reset Network Settings

Resetting network settings on your iPhone will remove all saved Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices, and VPN profiles. This trick is effective for fixing issues such as Wi-Fi network name not appearing on your iPhone. Follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Scroll to General.

Step 3: Select ‘Transfer or Reset iPhone.’

Step 4: Tap Reset and select Reset Network Settings.

You can check our post to learn about resetting network settings on iPhone and Android.

7. Reset All Settings

If the trick above doesn’t work, reset all settings on your iPhone. Follow these steps:

1. Open ‘Transfer or Reset iPhone’ in the General menu (check the steps above).

2. Select Reset and tap Reset All Settings.

8. Update iOS Through iTunes or Finder Menu

An outdated iOS software may cause issues like iPhone not showing the Wi-Fi network name. Install the latest iOS build to fix this problem. To install the update, connect your iPhone to a desktop and open Finder (Mac) or iTunes (Windows). If it’s your first time connecting to a PC, be sure to trust the device. Then, select your iPhone and click Check for Update.

Step 4: If an update is available, click Update.

Enjoy a High-Speed Wi-Fi Connection on iPhone

If your iPhone is blocked from accessing the Wi-Fi network in the local ISP app, be sure to unblock it. Share your findings in the comments below.