Public Wi-Fi networks have become ubiquitous. You see them in cafes, hotels, airports and other public places. While most public Wi-Fi networks are free to use, they require an initial login with your credentials. You may be asked for your name, email ID or room number during your stay at a hotel. You'll need to enter some of that data into a hotel or public Wi-Fi network's login page to use it.
However, the login page may sometimes not appear on your iPhone. So, you cannot use Wi-Fi network. Luckily, you can easily fix this and regain access to public Wi-Fi networks. Here are the best ways to fix Wi-Fi login page not showing on your iPhone.
1. Forget the Network and Reconnect to it
Sometimes, the solution to these kinds of problems is much simpler than you might imagine. If your iPhone is connected to a Wi-Fi network and the login page doesn't appear, try forgetting the network so you can reconnect. Here's how to do it.
1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2: Select Wi-Fi option.
3: Tap on the 'i' button next to the network you are connected to.
4: Select Forget this network option at the top.
This will disconnect your phone from the Wi-Fi network. After that, wait for a few seconds and tap on Wi-Fi network again to connect.
2. Disable Auto-Join for Wi-Fi Networks
If your iPhone automatically connects to a Wi-Fi network you already use, the login page may not load. So, make sure you connect to the network manually and disable the auto-join toggle to trigger the login page.
1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2: Select Wi-Fi option.
3: Tap on the 'i' button next to the network you are connected to.
4: Now, disable the toggle next to Auto-Join.
Connect to the Wi-Fi network manually and see if the login page appears.
3. Make sure you are within range of the Wi-Fi network
Sometimes, the login page may not load due to weak Wi-Fi signal strength because your connection to the network is probably unstable. So, make sure you are within Wi-Fi range for the best connectivity. If you are in a hotel, you should ideally get the best network inside your room. If you are in the lobby and the login page does not appear, you may be out of network range.
Typically, the 5GHz frequency band on Wi-Fi networks has a smaller coverage area. So if you use the 5GHz band then get closer to the router. Alternatively, you can also try connecting to a 2.4GHz network, if available.
4. Force Restart iPhone
Sometimes, a simple force restart can fix many issues, whether hardware or software on your iPhone. Try restarting your iPhone to see if the login page appears when you connect to a network.
For iPhone 6s or lower:
Press and hold the Home button and the Power button together. Release them when you see the Apple logo on the screen.
For iPhone 7:
Press and hold the Volume Down key and the Power button. Release them when you see the Apple logo on the screen.
For iPhone 8 and higher:
Press and release the Volume Up key, press and release the Volume Down key, and then press and hold the Side/Power button until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.
5. Change the Default Browser to Safari
There may be an issue with the browser on your iPhone and not with the Wi-Fi network. If things don't work with Google Chrome as the default app for browsing on your iPhone, change it to Safari. Here's how to do it.
1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2: Scroll down until you find the app that you have set as your default browser. In our case, it's Chrome. Tap on it.
3: Select Default Browser App option.
4: Select Safari to change the default browser.
Connect to the network once more, and you should get a login page pop-up on Safari.
6. Open a Webpage in Safari
If changing the default browser didn't help, open Safari. Go to the webpage of your choice, and the login page will appear. Here's what you have to do.
1: Open Safari app on your iPhone.
2: Enter a random webpage URL in the address bar.
3: Press the Go key on your keyboard.
That will open the login page for you to appear.
7. Disable VPN
At times, a VPN can interfere with the smooth functioning of internet activities on your iPhone. Since the VPN changes your location, the Wi-Fi network may not show you the login page. If you're using a VPN on your iPhone, turn it off before trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2: Navigate to the VPN option.
3: Turn off the toggle at the top.
Once you are logged into the network, you can turn it back on.
8. Reset Network Settings
If none of the above solutions fixes the issue with the Wi-Fi login page not showing on your iPhone, try resetting the network settings. This will ensure that any network settings that cause this problem will be overridden. Here's how you can do that.
1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2: Navigate to the General tab.
3: Scroll down to select 'Transfer or reset iPhone'.
4: Select Reset option.
5: Tap on Reset Network Settings.
6: Enter your passcode and the network settings on your iPhone will be reset.
Reconnect to the Wi-Fi network, and you should see the login screen.
Why would anyone want to miss a free Wi-Fi network, right? But, if you cannot log in because the login page won’t show up, follow the steps, and you should be good to go.
