How to Add a Wi‐Fi Network on an iPhone

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Tap on Settings.

   It’s the icon on your home screen that looks like a gear.
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   Step 2: Tap on Wi-Fi.

   , It’s located at the bottom of the list of available networks. , It’s the SSID name of the router.
   
   You must know the exact name of the network since your phone won’t locate the invisible router. ,, This is done by tapping on the type of encryption (WEP, WPA, WPA2) the hidden network uses.
   
   If you’re not sure what type of encryption the network uses, check the router’s settings from your Mac or PC since iOS doesn’t allow you to view a network's encryption type. , It’s located towards the top-left of the screen and will bring you to the previous page. ,, Doing so will successfully connect you to the hidden network where you can surf the web without using data.
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   Step 3: Tap on Other.

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   Step 4: Type in the network’s name.

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   Step 5: Tap on Security.

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   Step 6: Choose a security type.

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   Step 7: Tap Other Network.

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   Step 8: Type in the password.

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   Step 9: Tap on Join.

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