If your iPhone 7 keeps connecting to the wrong Wi-Fi network or you’re experiencing network issues, the quickest fix is to forget the Wi-Fi network. This removes the saved password and forces your device to reconnect as if it’s a new network. It’s also helpful when switching routers, solving connection errors, or improving privacy.
This guide will show you exactly how to forget a Wi-Fi network on your iPhone 7, along with troubleshooting tips and useful notes.
Why Forget a Wi-Fi Network on iPhone 7?
Forgetting a saved network is helpful when you want to:
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Fix connection issues
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Change the stored Wi-Fi password
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Stop auto-connect to a network
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Remove old or unused networks
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Troubleshoot slow or unstable Wi-Fi
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Improve privacy and security
Once forgotten, your iPhone 7 will not reconnect automatically until you manually enter the password again.
How to Forget a Wi-Fi Network on an iPhone 7
Follow these steps to remove any saved Wi-Fi network from your device.
Step 1: Open the Settings App
Unlock your iPhone 7 and tap Settings, the grey gear-shaped icon.
Step 2: Go to Wi-Fi Settings
Inside the Settings menu:
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Tap Wi-Fi.
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Make sure Wi-Fi is turned on.
You’ll now see the list of available and saved networks.
Step 3: Select the Network You Want to Forget
Find the Wi-Fi network you want to remove. It will appear under My Networks if your iPhone has connected to it before.
Tap the (i) info icon next to that network.
Step 4: Tap “Forget This Network”
On the next screen:
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Tap Forget This Network.
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Confirm by tapping Forget when the pop-up appears.
Your iPhone 7 will immediately remove the network and disconnect from it.
What Happens After You Forget a Wi-Fi Network?
Once forgotten:
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The network disappears from My Networks
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Your iPhone will not auto-connect
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You must re-enter the password if you want to join again
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Saved settings for that network are completely erased
This is helpful when troubleshooting router changes or fixing repeated connection drops.
How to Reconnect to a Forgotten Wi-Fi Network
If you change your mind later:
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Open Settings → Wi-Fi
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Tap the network name under Choose a Network
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Enter the Wi-Fi password
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Tap Join
Your iPhone will save it again for future connections.
Troubleshooting: If “Forget This Network” Doesn’t Appear
Sometimes the option may not show. Here’s why:
1. You Are Not Connected to the Network
The iPhone 7 only shows “Forget This Network” for networks you’ve connected to before.
2. It’s a Wi-Fi Network with a Profile Installed
Some networks (like school/company Wi-Fi) use device profiles.
Fix:
Go to Settings → General → Profiles and remove the related profile.
3. You’re Using iCloud Keychain
If iCloud sync is on, forgotten networks may reappear.
Fix:
Go to Settings → Apple ID → iCloud → Keychain and toggle it off temporarily.
Final Thoughts
Forgetting a Wi-Fi network on an iPhone 7 is one of the easiest and most effective ways to solve network issues or stop auto-connection. With just a few taps in the Wi-Fi settings, you can clear old networks, fix passwords, and improve device performance.