How to Fix “GoPro Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi” Issue?
The best way to resolve the issue of GoPro not connecting to the Wi-Fi is by resetting the Wi-Fi settings. However, there are also other troubleshoot solutions you can apply if resetting doesn’t solve the problem.
When it comes to action cameras, GoPro has a lot to boast about, being one of the top brands in the market. It combines the best of camcorders and point-and-shoot into a smaller ragged frame. Its tiny size and durable built makes it perfect to take anywhere, be it to the beach, underwater, or on a race can drive.
Just as it has its benefits, GoPro users also experience some cons. One of them being, the issue of GoPro not connecting to the Wi-Fi. When this happens, you are unable to connect the camera to the app. This issue normally occurs for various reasons, some of them being:
- Different frequencies. Some GoPro Cameras use 5GHz Wi-Fi whereas some phones only support 2.4GHz. In this case, connecting the camera will be difficult.
- Geographic location. Sometimes both the phone and camera support 5GHz Wi-Fi, however you may be in an area that only has 2.4GHz frequency. In such a case, the camera may still have issues connecting.
- Camera entry in device’s settings. This means that your GoPro could still be under Bluetooth and Wi-Fi entries on your phone’s settings. This could also prevent the camera from connecting.
- Camera entry in device’s History. This happens when a camera is attempting to pair with a previously paired camera. Because of this the camera and phone may be out of sync.
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Troubleshoot Solutions to Fix GoPro Not Connecting to Wi-Fi.
Depending on what the reason is behind your GoPro not connecting to the Wi-Fi, there are different troubleshooting solutions you can apply. The table below summarizes the different solutions that do not involve Wi-Fi settings for both Android and iOS users:
Solution |
Steps for Android |
Steps for iOS |
Remove the camera from Apps History |
· Open GoPro app
· Press and hold the Camera’s image · You’ll get a prompt to delete the entry from the camera’s history |
· Open GoPro app
· Under Camera’s menu, top-left corner, tap on Pencil icon · Tap the red “X” icon to delete the history |
Remove camera’s Bluetooth entry from App |
· Opensettings
· Select Bluetooth · Tap the gear icon to get Bluetooth settings · Select Forget |
· Open settings
· Select Bluetooth · Tap the encircled “i” icon next to GoPro · Select Forget |
Remove Camera’s Wi-Fi entry from App |
· Open Wi-Fi network lists
· Select Advanced · Find GoPro’s network · Tap and hold the gear icon · You’ll be prompted to forget · Select Forget · Now attempt to pair the camera with the app again by tapping “Add camera” under the camera menu. |
· Open Settings
· Select Wi-Fi · Select GoPro’s Network · Select “Forget this Network” · When prompted, tap Forget · Now Attempt to pair the camera to the app again by tapping “Add Camera” under the camera menu. |
For connection issues whose solution involve Wi-Fi settings, the table below summarizes the simple steps to follow for different models of GoPro:
Solution |
Process for MAX, Silver&White, HERO7,8 &9 Black |
HERO6 Black |
Fusion |
Switching Camera to 2.4GHz |
· On the camera’s back LCD tap Preference>Connections>Wi-Fi band>2.4GHz
· Now attempt to reconnect the camera. |
· On the camera’s back LCD tap Connections>Wi-Fi band>2.4GHz
· Now attempt to reconnect the camera. |
· Press the mode button to get to the settings
· Press the shutter button to select Setting · Press the shutter button to get to Wi-Fi · Press the mode button to get to BAND · Press the shutter button to choose 2.4GHz · Attempt connecting the camera. |
Reset Wi-Fi settings |
· On camera’s back LCD tap Preference>Connection>Reset Connection>Reset
· On your app delete the camera’s Bluetooth and Wi-Fi entries and the reconnect camera |
· On camera’s back LCD tap Connection>ResetConnection>Reset
· On your app delete the camera’s Bluetooth and Wi-Fi entries and the reconnect camera |
· Press the mode button to get to the settings
· Press the shutter button to select Setting · Press the shutter three times to get to Connections · Press the moderepeatedly to get to the Reset option · Press the shutter to select RESET · On your app delete the camera’s Bluetooth and Wi-Fi entries and the reconnect camera |
Conclusion
If after applying all the solutions discussed here, the GoPro still has issues connecting to the Wi-Fi, you can try to contact Customer support to guide you further. Alternatively, the GoPro has a very active community forum you can check for solutions other users may have implemented.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can you use GoPro as a webcam?
Yes, you can. The GoPro HERO8 has a webcam for live streaming that you can use, for example, in your zoom or skype meetings.
2. Can I use GoPro for shooting anything other than extreme sports?
GoPro is not just for extreme sports. It’s a versatile camera that can be used to shoot casual events like weddings, family get together, or simply take pictures of the scenery.
