WLAN with exclamation mark: How to fix the problem

If you see an exclamation mark on the smartphone above the WLAN symbol, there is an error establishing the connection. This practical tip tells you how to deal with this disorder.

WLAN with exclamation mark on the smartphone - this is how you solve the problem

As a rule, the problem can be solved quickly with just a few simple steps. Try the tips below to fix the problem:

• First make sure that you have entered the correct password for the network.
• In some cases it can also help if you briefly delete the network and add it again.
• On your smartphone, you should make sure that you have not accidentally switched on flight mode. It can help here if you briefly switch the flight mode on and off again. So the network can reconnect.
• In most cases, just disconnecting the router from the power supply for about 10 seconds may be enough.
• The router may not be able to connect to the Internet. Make sure you have set it up correctly. How to configure your FritzBox, for example, can be read in another article.
• In the WLAN settings, you should also have activated the "WPA + WPA2" option under "WLAN security".