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Hi, for many years now, I have had wifi networks named Shelby or Shelby1 that are always in my wifi list no matter where I am. I was sort of hoping with a new phone, the network wouldn't be there anymore, but it is. They literally follow me, which makes me think it's coming from my phone somehow. It seems harmless, as I can just turn wifi off. I can't connect to them. I have done exhaustive searching and no one else seems to have this problem. I just want to know what they are. Thanks

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Ann154

They are likely being restored from your Google account. Have you tried to forget those Wi-Fi networks if they are listed as remembered networks?

p826wn

Thanks. They're always listed under available networks. Not sure how to remember or forget them. There aren't any under "saved."

Ann154

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Thanks. They're always listed under available networks. Not sure how to remember or forget them. There aren't any under "saved."

Available networks would only list networks that are within range of your phone. Either another device you own is broadcasting those networks or one of your neighbors are.

p826wn

I have no idea what would be broadcasting them. This has been going on at least 5 years and throughout many new phones. No matter where I am, they're in the available list. At home, at work, at the store, etc. I feel pretty certain that my phone is broadcasting them somehow

Verizon_Support

To clarify, are you connected to this Wi-Fi network?*Estevan

p826wn

No it's passworded

p826wn

No, it's passworded

Verizon_Support

Thank you for confirming. What happens if you try to select one of those networks? ~Roger

p826wn

The password page. With option to auto reconnect and an advanced menu with ip settings, proxy, metered network and Mac address type

p826wn

Anything Roger?

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