How do I find network settings on my Samsung phone?

Your phone will reset to default Internet and MMS settings. Network problems should be solved at this point. Remember to turn off your Wi-Fi before testing. Please continue the guide if you still cannot go online.

Swipe up or down to view the apps.

Swipe up or down to view the apps.

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Scroll to and touch General management.

Scroll to and touch General management.

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Touch Reset network settings.

Touch Reset network settings.

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The network settings have been reset.

The network settings have been reset.

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You can change network settings like automatic connections, metered access, proxy settings, and more.

Important:

  • Some of these steps work only on Android 12 and up. Learn how to check your Android version.
  • Some of these steps require you to touch the screen.

Control data use with metered Wi-Fi

  1. Connect your phone to Wi-Fi.
  2. Open your phone's Settings app.
  3. Tap Network & internet
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    • If you still can't find it, get help from your device manufacturer.

  4. Tap the Wi-Fi network you're connected to.
  5. Tap Network usage 
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When to use metered Wi-Fi

If your network has a data limit, you can set your Wi-Fi as metered. When your network is metered, you have more control over how much data your phone uses through downloads and other apps.

Find your phone's MAC address

  1. Open your phone's Settings app.
  2. Tap About phone.
  3. Scroll down to "Wi-Fi MAC address."

Phones that have Android 10 and above have another MAC address. To find it:

  1. Turn on Wi-Fi.
  2. Open your phone's Settings app.
  3. Tap Network & internet
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    • If you can't find it, search for "MAC address." If you still can't find it, get help from your device manufacturer.

  4. Next to your network, tap Settings
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  5. Scroll down to "Randomized MAC address."

Tip: If you're setting up parental controls for your network, include both MAC addresses.

Private DNS

Important: By default, your phone uses Private DNS with all networks that can use Private DNS. We recommend keeping Private DNS turned on.

Where is Network settings on Samsung?

Open your phone's Settings app..
Tap Network and Internet. Internet. If you can't find it, search for the setting that you want to change. ... .
At the bottom, tap Network preferences..
Tap an option. These vary by phone and Android version. Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Have Wi-Fi automatically turn on near saved networks..

Where is Wireless and Network settings on Samsung?

Using Connections Settings.
Head into your Settings > Connections..
Toggle on the switch to turn on Wi-Fi then tap again to view more settings..
Select the Wi-Fi network you would like to connect to..
Enter the Password then tap Connect..

How do I check my Network settings?

Select the Start button, then type settings. Select Settings > Network & internet. The status of your network connection will appear at the top. Windows 10 lets you quickly check your network connection status.

Where is mobile network settings?

Android APN settings In Settings, look under Wireless & Networks or tap the Connections tab. Touch Mobile network. You may need to touch More settings, More..., or More networks first.