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How to reset network settings on your mobile device

Complete guide to reset network settings on Android and iOS. Fix your Wi‑Fi, mobile data and Bluetooth issues without losing your personal data.

Are you having problems with Wi-Fi, mobile data or Bluetooth connection on your smartphone? Resetting the network settings is a simple and effective solution to fix these issues without affecting your personal data.

What is network settings reset?

Network settings reset is a feature available on Android smartphones, iPhones and laptops that lets you restore the connection settings to factory values.

This operation:

  • Clears the custom network settings

  • Does not affect your saved data (photos, videos, contacts, apps)

  • Does not affect other options on your device

  • Easily fixes network problems without having to fully format your system

When should you use network settings reset?

Use this feature when you encounter:

  • Wi-Fi issues : Can't connect to a network, unstable connection

  • Mobile data issues : Mobile Internet not working or extremely slow

  • Bluetooth issues : Devices that won't pair or connections that keep dropping

Tip: If after the reset the problems are still there, you'll know it's not your phone but rather the network configuration itself or the other Bluetooth device.

What will be affected by the reset?

✅ What will be kept

  • All your personal data : Photos, videos, contacts, messages

  • Your apps and their data

  • Your carrier's mobile network settings (MMS/SMS configuration)

  • On iOS: Hotspot, wireless display, and AirDrop settings

⚠ What will be deleted

On Android and iPhone:

  • All saved Wi‑Fi networks and their passwords

  • All paired Bluetooth devices

  • All VPN configurations (server name, password, VPN type)

On iPhone only:

  • Wi‑Fi passwords saved in iCloud (unless you turn off iCloud sync before resetting)

Important: Write down your important Wi‑Fi passwords before you do this, because you’ll have to enter them again after the reset.

Reset network settings on Android

The content and location of the menu vary depending on your Android version and device model.

Method for Samsung Galaxy (recent versions)

  1. Open the “Settings” app

  2. Scroll down and tap “General management”

  3. Tap the “Reset” menu

  4. Tap “Reset network settings”

  5. Tap “Reset settings”

  6. Confirm by tapping “Reset settings” twice

A confirmation message will appear on the screen once the process is complete.

Method for earlier Android versions

If you’re using an older version of Android, the menu might be located somewhere else:

  1. Open « Settings »

  2. Go to « Backup and restore »

  3. Select « Reset network settings »

Reset network settings on iOS (iPhone and iPad)

The steps are the same for all iOS devices. The option simultaneously resets all Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth connections.

Full procedure

  1. Open the “Settings” menu

  2. Go to the “General” section

  3. Tap the “Transfer or Reset [device]” button

  4. Select “Reset”

  5. Choose the “Reset Network Settings” option from the list

  6. Confirm the action by entering your passcode

Tip for iCloud users

If you want to keep your Wi‑Fi passwords in iCloud, turn off iCloud sync before resetting, then turn it back on afterwards.

After the reset

Once the reset is finished:

  1. Reconnect to your Wi‑Fi networks by entering the passwords

  2. Pair your Bluetooth devices again (earbuds, smartwatch, car, etc.)

  3. Set up your VPNs again if you use any

  4. Test your connection to check that the problem is fixed

Key points to remember

  • Non-destructive solution : Your personal data is preserved

  • Effective : Fixes most connection issues

  • Preparation : Write down your Wi‑Fi passwords before you start

  • Universal : Works on Android, iPhone and iPad

  • Fast : The process only takes a few seconds

Need help?

If resetting the network settings doesn't fix your connection issue, or if you need help recovering your Wi-Fi passwords, feel free to contact our customer support.


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