How to Fix Devices Not Connecting to iPhone Hotspot

If you are experiencing issues with devices not connecting to your iPhone hotspot, follow these steps to troubleshoot and resolve the problem. If you find this guide helpful, consider subscribing and liking the content.

Steps to Fix Hotspot Connection Issues

1. Enable Personal Hotspot

   • Go to your iPhone settings.
   • Find and ensure "Personal Hotspot" is switched on.

2. Maximize Compatibility

   • Within the Personal Hotspot settings, turn on "Maximize Compatibility."

3. Connect from Other Device

   • Access Wi-Fi settings on the device trying to connect and attempt to connect to your iPhone hotspot.

4. Modify Name Setting

   • If connection still fails, turn off "Allow Others to Join."
   • Go to "General" in settings.
   • Click "About" at the top, then press "Name."
   • Change the name by adding a letter or number.
   • Return and switch on "Allow Others to Join."
   • Attempt to connect again.

5. Restart Devices

   • If the problem persists, restart both your iPhone and the connecting device.
   • For iPhone:
     • Press the volume increase button, then decrease.
     • Hold down the side power button until the screen goes black.
     • Release when you see the Apple icon.

Follow these steps, and hopefully, your devices will be able to connect to the iPhone hotspot.