Connect to Wi-Fi networks on your Android device

When Wi-Fi is on, you get notifications of available, high-quality, public networks. On these notifications:

• To connect to the network, tap Connect.
• To change Wi-Fi settings, tap All Networks.
• To not get notifications for that network, clear the notification. Learn how to control notifications.

Tip: You can also connect to these networks without notifications. Learn how to connect automatically to open networks.

From the listed networks, pick one that can do what you need.

Strength

Signal strength shows on the Wi-Fi icon . A fuller icon means a stronger signal.

Speed

Connection speed shows under the names of public networks. Speed can change with signal strength.

• Slow: You can send and receive emails and texts. Images appear slowly.
• OK: You can read webpages, use social media, and stream music and standard-definition (SD) videos.
• Fast: You can stream most high-definition (HD) videos and make video calls.
• Very Fast: You can stream very high-quality videos.

If you don't want to see network speed, open your device's Settings app   Network & internet  Wi-Fi  Wi-Fi preferences  Advanced  Network rating provider  None.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

1. Open your device’s Settings app .
2. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
   • To move between listed networks, tap a network name.
   • To change a network's settings, tap a network, then tap Settings .

You can add Wi-Fi networks that don't automatically show in your list.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

Option 1: Reload network list

If the network you want isn't listed, but is nearby, wait for the list to refresh.

Option 2: Add network

1. Open your device’s Settings app .
2. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
3. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on.
4. At the bottom of the list, tap Add network.
5. If needed, enter the network name (SSID) and security details.
6. Tap Save.

If you don't want to automatically connect to a saved Wi-Fi network, you can "forget" that network.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

To remove a Wi-Fi network from your device:

1. Open your device’s Settings app .
2. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
3. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on.
4. Touch and hold a saved network.
5. Tap Forget network.

A proxy is like a gate or tunnel between devices. For example, you could need to connect through a proxy when you connect to your work network from your home.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

To connect to a Wi-Fi network via a proxy:

1. Open your device’s Settings app .
2. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
3. Tap a network, then tap Settings .
4. At the top, tap Edit .
5. Next to "Advanced options," tap the Down arrow .
6. Under "Proxy," tap the Down arrow . Pick the configuration type.
7. If needed, enter the proxy settings.
8. Tap Save.

Each Wi-Fi network needs proxy settings set up separately.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

1. Open your device’s Settings app .
2. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
3. At the bottom, tap Wi-Fi preferences.
4. Tap an option. These vary by device and Android version.
   • Turn on Wi-Fi automatically
     Have Wi-Fi automatically turn on near saved networks. Learn about saved networks (above).
   • Connect to open networks
     Automatically connect to high-quality open networks. Learn how to connect automatically.
   • Open network notification
     Get a notification when automatic connection to high-quality open networks isn't available.
   • Advanced
     • Install certificates
       Digital certificates can identify your device. Learn about certificates.
     • Network rating provider
       See what service rates Wi-Fi networks for your device.
     • Wi-Fi Direct
       Let your device connect, without a network with other devices that can use Wi-Fi Direct.
     • If you're on Android 8.0 and below, you can also choose from: 
       • WPS Push Button: Turn on Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) for a WPS-capable network.
       • WPS Pin Entry: Enter the Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) personal identification number (PIN).

If your network has a data limit, you can set your Wi-Fi as metered. By setting a network as metered, you have more control over how much data your phone is using through downloads and other apps.

Note: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.

1. Connect your device to Wi-Fi.
2. Open your device's Settings app .
3. Tap Network & internet  Wi-Fi.
4. Tap the Wi-Fi network you're connected to.
5. Tap Advanced  Metered  Treat as metered.