Why Won’t My Kindle Connect to Wi-Fi?

If your Kindle won’t connect to Wi-Fi, there are a few possible causes. The problem is usually short-lived and easily fixable, so you may fix it before you figure out the cause. Here are a few possibilities:

Airplane modeSoftware/data conflictsInternet problemsOutdated software

How Do I Connect My Kindle to Wi-Fi?

If you’re having trouble getting your Kindle connected to Wi-Fi, try these troubleshooting steps. The steps are simple and short, so try following them in order.

What If Nothing Fixes My Kindle?

Open the Quick Menu and tap the plane icon, or go to Settings > Wireless and finding Airplane Mode. To restart your Kindle, press and hold the Power button for several seconds. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, then tap Delete Wi-Fi Passwords. Try logging in again. Once you know how to add the Wi-Fi MAC Address to your router, you can find it in the Device Info panel. Go to Settings > Device Options > Device Info. To reset your Kindle, go to Settings > Device Options > Reset.