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options like whether to auto-join that network, Limit IP Address Tracking (which affects whether iCloud Private Relay is used on that network), use a Private Wi-Fi Address, and more. You can also tap on the password field to reveal the password or copy it to your clipboard. This list is also synced via your iCloud Keychain with other Apple devices that share the same Apple ID. This means you’ll also see networks you’ve joined from your Mac or iPad, so be careful about deleting any entries here just because you don’t think you need them for your iPhone. Fortunately, these deletions won’t take effect until you hit Done in the top-right corner, and you’ll get a warning to give you a chance to change your mind. It’s been possible to manage your list of known Wi-Fi networks on the Mac for years, and since iCloud Keychain syncs this list in both directions, it’s been a handy way to clean up the list on your iPhone and iPad. However, even macOS Ventura doesn’t offer the ability to customize your Wi-Fi network settings to the same extent that iOS 16 now does. On the Mac side, you can only remove a network, copy the password to the clipboard, or disable auto-join. By comparison, iOS 16 lets you adjust all the same Wi-Fi settings you could when you’re joined to the Wi-Fi network, including things like setting a manual IP address for the next time you join. Plus, it’s a great way to clean up your list of known Wi-Fi networks if you aren’t a Mac user or simply often on the go and away from your Mac.