Fix Weak Security iOS WiFi Warning Error on iPhone or iPad

Updating your iPhone or iPad to the latest software version can add more enhancements to your device. Unfortunately, there is an issue that many users encountered after upgrading their Apple iPhone or iPad to iOS 14. They keep on seeing the Weak Security Wi-Fi warning error.

When connecting to your WiFi Internet network, you may see the error message, “Weak Security. WPA/WPA2 (TKIP) is not considered secure. If this is your Wi-Fi network, configure the router to use WPA2 (AES) or WPA3 security type.”

It means that the connection you have right now does not appear secure or might be compromised from your Apple phone’s OS perspective. While it may give you a reason to worry, it is something that you can try to troubleshoot and fix what’s causing the problem.

Fixing Weak Security WiFi Internet Network Error on iPhone or iPad with Apple iOS 14

To resolve the Weak Security warning error message on your WiFi network, you can try to follow each of the solutions below. The issue may not be that serious at all but you should never be complacent with security alerts like this.

Before doing any of the methods, try to restart your iPhone or iPad first and see if it fixes and get rid of the error.

#1 – Turn Off and On your Wi-Fi

• Open the Settings menu of your iPhone or iPad.
• Select Wi-Fi.
• Toggle the Wi-Fi button to Off.
• Wait for a few seconds. 
• Toggle the button to On.

#2 – Reconnect to your Router

• Launch the Settings menu of your iPhone or iPad.
• Select Wi-Fi.
• Choose your Wi-Fi network.
• Tap Forget This Network.
• Now, go back to the Wi-Fi page.
• Turn it Off and On again. It will automatically look for available Wi-Fi networks.
• Select your Wi-Fi network and reconnect to it.
• Enter your password and hit Join.

#3 – Set the Security Mode on your Router to WPA2

If you know how to configure your router settings, you can edit the security mode to WPA2. 

• First, navigate to your router configuration page. On any browser, enter your IP address to open the page.
• Login to your router settings.
• Go to the Wireless section of the page. The setting may vary depending on the router model and brand that you are using. 
• Look for the Security Mode option.
• Select WPA2-Personal.
• In some cases, you need to select WPA/WPA2 first and choose WPA2. If you have the WPA3/WPA2-Personal option, you can set it as well.
• Save or Apply the changes on your router and retry connecting it on your iPhone or iPad.

#4 – Update your Router Software or Firmware to its Latest Version

It helps if you try to install the latest device software or firmware version of your WiFi router. However, the process may depend on the model and brand of the router you are using. You may want to double-check the manual that comes with your device and follow the instructions.

What else did you do to fix the weak security WiFi error on your router when connected to an iOS device? You can share your methods with us to help other users resolve their network security issues. Please write them down in the comment section below.