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Do you want to switch from 5Ghz to 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi on your iPhone? If your router has both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz bands, you can change to 2.4Ghz in your iPhone's settings. However, many newer routers don't let you choose bands—instead, your devices will use the best band for that device. This wikiHow article teaches you how to change to a 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi connection on iPhone if the router has both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz bands available.

Quick Steps

  1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
  2. Tap on the Wi-Fi option from the menu.
  3. Choose a Wi-Fi network that's labeled as "2.4."
  4. Enter the Wi-Fi password to connect to the network.
  1. This app icon looks like a set of gears on a light grey background.[1]
  2. It's usually the second option in the second grouping of menu items next to a Wi-Fi icon.[2]
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  3. If the switch at the top of the screen next to "Wi-Fi" is green, you can continue. If it's on, you'll see the network names listed below.
    • If the switch is grey, tap it once to enable wifi.
  4. " If it isn't labeled "2.4" in the name of the network, you may need to ask the network administrator if it's 2.4 or 5Ghz.
  5. If someone else on the network has an iPhone, they can share it with you so you don't have to type it in.[3]
    • Alternatively, the password is usually on the bottom of the router, if you have access to it. If you don't, contact the network administrator for the password.
  6. As long as your password is correct, your phone should connect to the network and will connect automatically whenever you're near it.[4]
    • If your router doesn't have two different bands, it will switch to 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz automatically to give you the best connection. You can't manually switch your iPhone to 2.4Ghz if this is the case.[5]
    • Other suggestions include buying your own router and making sure it features both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz connections.[6]
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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Darlene Antonelli, MA. Darlene has been writing and editing tech content at wikiHow since 2019. She previously worked for AppleCare, served as a writing tutor, volunteered in IT at an animal rescue, and taught as an adjunct professor for EN101 and EN102. Darlene has completed Coursera courses on technology, writing, and language. She holds both a BA (2011) and an MA (2012) from Rowan University in Writing, with a focus on workplace communication. With her extensive experience, academic background, and ongoing learning, Darlene has become the go-to grammar expert for her friends and family, as well as a skilled wordsmith for anyone in need. This article has been viewed 180,007 times.
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Updated: May 9, 2025
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Categories: Wi Fi | IPhone
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1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Make sure your phone's Wi-Fi is enabled.
4. Tap a network name that says "2.4."
5. Type in the network password.
6. Tap Join.

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