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Android Error

No Internet Connection

What This Means (In Plain English)

Your Android phone cannot connect to the internet. You will not be able to browse the web, check email, or use apps that need the internet.

Medium UrgencyWorth fixing soon, but no need to panic.

Common Causes

  • Wi-Fi turned off accidentally
  • Router needs restarting
  • Mobile data is turned off
  • Airplane mode is turned on

How to Fix It — Step by Step

  1. 1

    Check if Wi-Fi is turned on: swipe down from the top and look for the Wi-Fi icon.

  2. 2

    If Wi-Fi is on, turn it off and back on again.

  3. 3

    Try turning on mobile data if Wi-Fi is not available.

  4. 4

    Restart your phone.

  5. 5

    If using Wi-Fi, restart your router (unplug it, wait 30 seconds, plug it back in).

  6. 6

    Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile & Bluetooth.

How to Prevent This in the Future

Keep your router in a central location for the best signal. Make sure your mobile data plan is active.

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