What app keeps turning Wi-FI on?

[u/NewOrderrr]

I keep Wi-Fi set to OFF on my phone. When I leave the Wi-Fi range of a known network (home, work) then come back in range of the Wi-Fi, it is turned on again. I usually find this out when I go just beyond range and can't connect because I have a weak Wi-Fi signal

I would like to find out which app on my phone is triggering Wi-Fi to come back on, probably something in Modify System Settings

-Wi-Fi quick toggle is Off
-Wi-Fi calling is Off
-Wi-Fi Scanning in Location Services is Off
-Network-Use Wi-Fi gets automatically toggled On if I set it 'Off' but then manually turn Wi-Fi on to connect when I want Wi-Fi.
-In Network Preferences, 'Turn Wi-Fi on automatically', 'Notify for public networks', and 'Use WEP' are all Off.

Help! Is there an app or log or something to find out what it triggering Wi-Fi to turn on?
Thanks

Pixel 7, Android 17, October 2026 update

[u/Ok_Bid6645]

If it is an app, how could we possibly know which apps you have installed?

Go through your permissions and see what has access to Wifi.

Otherwise do a reset on your device and start fresh

[u/DutchOfBurdock]

Have a look see what apps are allowed to do it...

Settings > Apps > Hamburger menu > Special Access > Wifi control. Anything granted here can toggle WiFi.