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Why does my iPhone not show up on devices when I turn on my hot spot

iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Jun 18, 2023 04:19 PM

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Posted on Jun 18, 2023 04:42 PM

Terrsch2 Said:

"Hot spot: Why does my iPhone not show up on devices when I turn on my hot spot"

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Troubleshooting Personal Hotspot:


A. Start Here: If Personal Hotspot is not working on your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - Apple Support


What else to try...

B. Reset Location & Privacy Settings:

It will reset its prompts, requesting access from all devices, hopefully not going through a loop this time.

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: General
  3. Tap: Transfer or Reset [your device]
  4. Tap: Reset
  5. Tap: Reset Location & Privacy
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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jun 18, 2023 04:42 PM in response to Terrsch2

Terrsch2 Said:

"Hot spot: Why does my iPhone not show up on devices when I turn on my hot spot"

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Troubleshooting Personal Hotspot:


A. Start Here: If Personal Hotspot is not working on your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - Apple Support


What else to try...

B. Reset Location & Privacy Settings:

It will reset its prompts, requesting access from all devices, hopefully not going through a loop this time.

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: General
  3. Tap: Transfer or Reset [your device]
  4. Tap: Reset
  5. Tap: Reset Location & Privacy

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