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Some apps say not connected to internet

Bought new iPad Air 1 week ago. Worked fine until yesterday. Then nothing would connect to internet. Reset all network settings and turned off VPN. I can get Apple News (free version)m my email, and Safari, but some apps are still saying not connected to internet. I've logged out of Pinterest and tried to log back in, but it will not work. Any ideas??????? It's an hours drive to the nearest Apple store. I really don't think it's the iPad because I had this problem with my previous iPad. It still won't connect to the internet.

iPad Air, iPadOS 17

Posted on Oct 21, 2024 10:14 AM

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Oct 21, 2024 10:33 AM in response to wordprocessingsoftware

If you have a VPN App or profiles installed, or a security/AV/firewall App such as Norton, these may be interfering with your network connection. The resolution is usually simple; if installed, you may only need to temporarily disable or remove the Security App and/or VPN.


If this resolves your issue, the VPN and/or security App can be reinstated after the connectivity problem has been resolved.


If some Apps are working as expected, while others are not - or other devices can connect to your WiFi network - you may find that a restart of your WiFi Router, followed by a restart of your iPad will clear the problem….


To restart your router, disconnect power from the router for at least 30 seconds - then reconnect power to restart. After your router reboots (which may take several minutes), force restart your iPad:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.



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