Why is my Wi-Fi connected but no internet access?

Outdated network driver

Sometimes, an old, outdated, or corrupted network driver can be the cause of WiFi connected but no Internet error. Many times, a small yellow mark in your network device name or in your network adapter could indicate a problem.

Why can’t I connect to Wi-Fi but others can?

The first thing you should try is testing the wireless network without the computer/laptop. Try any device that uses WiFi such as a smartphone or tablet. If that other device can access your WiFi, the problem is with your laptop. If it is an older laptop/device it may not support the latest wireless encryption (WPA2).

Why can’t I connect to my Wi-Fi?

If your Android phone won’t connect to Wi-Fi, you should first make sure that your phone isn’t on Airplane Mode, and that Wi-Fi is enabled on your phone. If your Android phone claims it’s connected to Wi-Fi but nothing will load, you can try forgetting the Wi-Fi network and then connecting to it again.

How do I fix no Internet connection?

Restart your device.

Open your Settings app and tap Network & internet or Connections. Depending on your device, these options may be different. Turn Wi-Fi off and mobile data on, and check if there’s a difference. If not, turn mobile data off and Wi-Fi on and check again.

What does connected without internet mean?

It means that your device is connected to the Router Via WiFi, Cable Etc, but your device cannot access the internet.

Why can’t I connect to my Wi-Fi even though the password is correct?

Make sure you select the correct wireless security option when asked for your password (for example, select WEP 40/128-bit Key if you’re typing the 40-character pass key for a WEP-encrypted connection). Sometimes wireless cards get stuck or experience a minor problem that means they won’t connect.

How do I get my phone to connect to the Internet?

Share Wi-Fi info with a friend
  1. Open your device’s Settings app.
  2. Tap Network & internet. Internet.
  3. Tap your Wi-Fi network. Share.
  4. Your phone will give you a QR code. To join the same network, scan the code on another device.