Is your iPhone 8 randomly dropping its Wi-Fi connection after an iOS update? Or maybe it’s been happening out of the blue while you’re browsing or streaming? Whether it’s every few minutes or only on certain networks, we’ve got the fixes to help get your internet connection back on track.
Restart Your Wi-Fi Router or Modem
Before blaming your iPhone, try the router — it’s often the real culprit.
Here’s how to power cycle your network gear:
- Turn off your router or modem using its power button.
- Unplug it from the wall for at least 30 seconds.
- Plug it back in and turn it on.
- Wait for all the lights to stabilize (if you see red lights, something’s wrong — contact your internet provider).
Once it’s back online, reconnect your iPhone and see if the Wi-Fi is more stable.
Soft Reset Your iPhone 8
Next up: reboot your iPhone. It clears out temporary glitches that could mess with Wi-Fi.
To restart:
- Hold the Power button until Slide to Power Off appears.
- Slide to power off.
- Wait 30 seconds, then press the Power button again to turn it back on.
Once it restarts, reconnect to Wi-Fi and test it out.
Toggle Wi-Fi Off and Back On
Sometimes, all your iPhone needs is a quick Wi-Fi reset.
Option 1 (fastest):
- Swipe up to open Control Center.
- Tap the Wi-Fi icon off, wait 10 seconds, then tap it back on.
Option 2 (manual):
- Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Turn Wi-Fi off, wait a bit, and turn it back on.
Reconnect to your network and see if that stops the drops.
Forget the Wi-Fi Network, Then Reconnect
If your saved network profile is corrupted, removing and rejoining can help.
To forget the network:
- Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Tap the (i) next to your Wi-Fi network.
- Tap Forget This Network.
Then reboot your iPhone and reconnect:
- Go back to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Find your network, tap it, and enter your password.
- Tap Join.
Test the connection afterward to see if it holds steady.
Reset Network Settings
Misconfigured or leftover settings from an update can cause Wi-Fi instability.
To reset network settings:
- Go to Settings > General > Reset.
- Tap Reset Network Settings.
- Enter your passcode if asked, then confirm.
Your iPhone will reboot and all saved networks and VPNs will be wiped — so you’ll have to reconnect to Wi-Fi afterward.
Optional Fixes If It’s Still Not Working
If none of the above helped, try one of these deeper fixes:
✅ Update iOS to the Latest Version
Buggy updates sometimes break Wi-Fi. Check for a new version:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update and install if available.
✅ Factory Reset (Last Resort)
If you’ve tried everything, a full reset might help — but back up first.
- Go to Settings > General > Reset.
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
- Follow the prompts to reset your iPhone.
After the reset, set your phone up like new and test Wi-Fi before restoring apps/settings.
✅ Call Your Internet Provider
If your iPhone works fine on other Wi-Fi networks, the issue may be your router or service. Ask your ISP to:
- Check for outages.
- Push a firmware update to your router.
- Help with replacing faulty hardware.