Forgetting or Removing a WiFi Profile from a Mac

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 Deleting outdated or unused Wi-Fi profiles can help ensure a smooth connection experience.

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Deleting a Wireless Network Profile on a Mac

  1. Click on the Wi-Fi icon in the top right corner of your menu bar at the top. Select Wi-Fi Settings to open the network settings page.
A screenshot of a macOS desktop background. The top-right Wi-Fi menu dropdown is open.
  1. Click on the three dots to the right of the network you're trying to forget. Select Forget This Network from the dropdown to remove it.
A screenshot of the macOS Wi-Fi settings window. The system is connected to 'WolfieNet-Secure', and an options dropdown menu is open next to it showing choices like 'Auto-Join' and 'Forget This Network'.
  1. Enter your device password if prompted. Then click Modify Settings.
A macOS system password prompt to modify Wi-Fi settings.
This Content Last Updated:
06/16/2026

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This Content Last Updated:
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