How do I reset network settings?
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Applicable to
- Android™ 12
- Android 11
- Android 10
- Android 9.0
When you reset the network settings (clear all connection data), several features are restored to default. Affected settings are Wi-Fi®, mobile data, and Bluetooth®.
Reset the network settings:
- Allows background data sync
- Clears mobile data limits
- Deletes all Wi-Fi® SSIDs
- Disconnects all tethered interfaces
- Forgets paired devices
- Removes all app data restrictions
- Sets network selection mode to automatic
- Sets preferred mobile network type to the best available
- Turns off Airplane mode
- Turns off Bluetooth®
- Turns off data roaming
- Turns off mobile hotspot
- Turns off VPN
- Turns on mobile data
- Turns on Wi-Fi®
To reset the network settings:
- Find and tap Settings → System → Advanced → Reset options → Reset network settings.
- Tap RESET SETTINGS.