Remove / Forgetting a WiFi Profile on an Android Device

Your device saves a profile for each Wi-Fi network you join so it can reconnect automatically in the future. Occasionally, changes to the network or its security settings can cause an older profile to interfere with your connection. Deleting outdated or unused Wi-Fi profiles can help ensure a smooth connection experience.

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Instructors, Staff, Students

Forgetting a Wireless Network on an Android Device

  1. ​​​​​​Swipe down from the top of your phone to display the menu.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap Connections (or something similar) and then Wi-Fi to view your list of Wi-Fi profiles.
A screenshot of the Samsung Galaxy Settings interface in dark mode. At the top is a search icon. Below it, card-style menu options include "Sign in to your Galaxy," "Finish setting up your Galaxy," "Connections (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, SIM manager)," "Connected devices (Quick Share, Samsung DeX, Android Auto)," and "Modes and Routines." Standard Android navigation buttons are visible at the bottom.
Screenshot of a smartphone Connections settings menu in dark mode, showing active connections to the WolfieNet-Secure Wi-Fi network.
  1. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to delete.
Screenshot of a smartphone Wi-Fi settings menu in dark mode, showing the device connected to 'WolfieNet-Secure' with several other local networks available.
  1. Tap the Forget button to remove it.
A smartphone settings screen displaying connection details for 'WolfieNet-Secure' as connected. The network security is listed as WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise, the identity field is filled, and the password is hidden. 'Auto reconnect' is toggled on, and a 'Forget' option is available at the bottom.
This Content Last Updated:
06/15/2026

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This Information is Intended for:
Instructors, Staff, Students
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This Content Last Updated:
06/15/2026