Mac WiFi Connected But No Internet Fix
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Overview
Fix Mac WiFi connected but no internet. The Mac has a WiFi connection but cannot access any websites.
Key Details
- Issue: WiFi connected, no internet access
- Category: macOS Network Error
- WiFi icon shows connected
- No websites load, apps show offline
Common Causes
- Self-assigned IP address (169.254.x.x)
- DHCP not assigning IP properly
- DNS resolution failing
- Router issue or captive portal not loaded
Steps
- 1Renew DHCP lease: System Settings → Network → WiFi → Details → TCP/IP → Renew
- 2Delete WiFi network and reconnect
- 3Reset network settings: sudo rm /Library/Preferences/SystemConfiguration/com.apple.airport.preferences.plist
- 4Restart router and Mac
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Frequently Asked Questions
An IP starting with 169.254 means DHCP failed. Your Mac assigned itself an IP.