Phone connecting to random Wi-Fi networks

[CUTTaRUGG]

When I'm driving or running my phone connects to random open wifi signals. It's frustrating while on Zoom as zoom is interrupted each time. 

I looked at Intelligent WiFi settings but I don't see where this is happening. 

I've got Nearby device scanning ON but this should give me a pop up, right?

[Kv_Tek]

Under WiFi -> Advanced, is Hotspot 2.0 enabled?

[CUTTaRUGG]

I don't think so

[Kv_Tek]

That's under the intelligent WiFi settings, right? What I'm referring to is here:

[usermzeJaY3BsM]

Not sure why you don't just turn off Wi-Fi when driving, or running.  You can also turn off notifications of when a new Wi-Fi hotspot is detected.

Settings | Connections | Wi-Fi | 3 dot menu (upper right) | Advanced settings | Wi-Fi network notifications

There is also intelligent Wi-Fi, which has a setting to switch to better Wi-Fi networks, and while you are driving or running, there won't be one you trust, so it will try to connect to any it sees, and something is better than nothing.

[Kv_Tek]

Also worth mentioning is intelligent WiFi -> "Turn WiFi on/off automatically" if you don't mind using your location.

[CUTTaRUGG]

I don't want to have to remember to turn off Wifi every time I leave my house.

I feel like I have it set up like I should. No?

[user2sDkdLWOqU]

Unless you need to connect with nearby devices then turn that setting off. Most people don't need that function unless they're doing a massive share with a whole room of people.

[CUTTaRUGG]

Which setting?

[Kv_Tek]

I believe they're referring to nearby device scanning. It shouldn't have anything to do with your issue, but yes, if you aren't actively using it, it should usually be kept off.