Having WiFi issues on your Mac? Try these steps:
Basic Troubleshooting
Restart Your Mac & Router: Turn off your Mac, unplug your router for 1-2 minutes, then restart both.
Toggle Wi-Fi: Turn Wi-Fi off and then back on via the menu bar icon.
Check Date/Time: Ensure your date and time settings are accurate, as incorrect settings can prevent connections.
Disconnect External Devices: Unplug USB-C hubs or external hard drives, as these can sometimes interfere with wireless signals.
Advanced Network Troubleshooting
Use Wireless Diagnostics: Hold down the Option key, click the Wi-Fi icon, and select Open Wireless Diagnostics to run an analysis of your connection.
Forget and Reconnect to Network: Go to System Settings > Network > Wi-Fi, click on your network, and select “Forget this network”. Reconnect by entering the password again.
Delete Network Configuration Files (Advanced): Remove network configuration files (plist files) to reset network settings to default, which often fixes stubborn issues.
Change DNS Settings: Go to System Settings > Network > Wi-Fi > Details > DNS. Remove existing servers and add Google DNS (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4).
System-Level Fixes
Update macOS: Ensure your software is up to date, as updates often contain fixes for networking issues.
Disable VPN/Security Software: Temporarily disable VPNs or third-party firewalls, as these can block network traffic.
Reset NVRAM/PRAM (Intel Macs only): Restart your Mac and hold Command + Option + P + R to clear system memory.
If these steps don’t work, try connecting to a different network (like a mobile hotspot) to determine if the issue is with your Mac or your router.
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