The only caveat is that Windows 10 will save a profile of every network even if you no longer plan to use that particular connection or if it gets corrupted, but you can quickly delete (or forget) a wireless network in a number of ways. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to forget a Wi-Fi network on Windows 10 using the Settings app, taskbar, and Command Prompt.

Forget Wi-Fi network connections using Settings Forget Wi-Fi network connections using taskbar Forget Wi-Fi network connections using Command Prompt

Forget Wi-Fi network connections using Settings

To remove previously configured and currently connected Wi-Fi networks, use these steps:

Forget Wi-Fi network connections using taskbar

To forget a wireless connection from the taskbar, use these steps: Wi-Fi settings manage known networks option Once you complete the steps, the Wi-Fi network you selected will be removed from your computer. If you need to remove other networks, simply follow the same steps. After you complete the steps, you’ll no longer see nor you will be able to connect to the same network unless you manually configure it again. Forget Wi-Fi profile from taskbar

Forget Wi-Fi network connections using Command Prompt

To use netsh with Command Prompt to remove network files, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the Wi-Fi network will be removed from Windows 10. Netsh delete Wi-Fi network profile on Windows 10 Update August 10, 2020: Originally published in December 2017, and it’s been revised to reflect the new changes on Windows 10. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.