Prevent Automatic Switching to Mobile Data

Modern smartphones are designed to prioritize a "constant connection." If the Wi-Fi signal in your student accommodation fluctuates common during peak hours or while moving between rooms your phone may silently drop the Wi-Fi and switch to your cellular plan.

How to Disable "Wi-Fi Assist" (iOS)

Apple devices use a feature called Wi-Fi Assist to boost poor signals with cellular data.

1. Open Settings and tap Cellular (or Mobile Data).

2. Scroll to the very bottom of the page (past all your apps).

3. Toggle Wi-Fi Assist to OFF.

How to Disable "Switch to Mobile Data" (Android)

Note: Steps may vary slightly depending on your manufacturer (Samsung, Pixel, etc.).

1. Open Settings and go to Connections > Wi-Fi.

2. Tap the three dots (⋮) or "Intelligent Wi-Fi" / "Wi-Fi Preferences".

3. Locate "Switch to mobile data" or "Adaptive Wi-Fi."

4. Toggle the switch to OFF.