You’re ready to get work done, the coffee’s hot, and your Windows 11 PC says WiFi connected—but nothing loads. No emails, no websites, no meetings. Few things are more frustrating than an internet outage when deadlines are looming and productivity matters most. The good news? This common Windows 11 issue is usually easy to fix and doesn’t require advanced technical skills. In this guide, we’ll walk you through quick, proven solutions to get your internet working again in minutes. Follow along and get back online fast—so you can focus on your work, not your WiFi.
Here are 3 proven methods to fix the “WiFi Connected but No Internet” error on Windows 11, explained with clear, step-by-step instructions:
Method 1: Restart Router & Modem
This simple step often resolves temporary network glitches.
- Turn off your router and modem
- Unplug both devices from the power source
- Wait for 30–60 seconds
- Plug the modem back in first and wait until all lights stabilize
- Plug in the router and wait for it to fully restart
- Connect your Windows 11 PC to WiFi and check the internet
Method 2: Reset Network Settings in Windows 11
Resetting network settings removes corrupted configurations.
- Press Windows + I to open Settings
- Go to Network & Internet
- Click Advanced network settings
- Select Network reset
- Click Reset now
- Confirm by clicking Yes
- Restart your PC and reconnect to WiFi
Method 3: Flush DNS via Command Prompt
This clears outdated or corrupted DNS cache entries.
- Press Windows + S, type Command Prompt
- Right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator
- Type the following command and press Enter:
ipconfig /flushdns
- Wait for the confirmation message
- Restart your computer and test your internet connection
These methods solve the issue in most cases. If the problem persists, let me know and I can share advanced fixes.