WiscVPN GlobalProtect (Android) - Troubleshooting

This document describes some troubleshooting steps for Palo Alto GlobalProtect users on Android.

Basic Troubleshooting

App is stuck on "Discovering Networks" when trying to connect

Possible Troubleshooting Options

  1. Remove yourself as a user and sing in again. See instructions below.
  2. Uninstall and reinstall the application. Detailed instructions can be found here: WiscVPN GlobalProtect (Android) - Installing, Connecting, and Uninstalling
  3. While the connection is loading, lock your screen and unlock it

Remove yourself as a user and sign in again

  1. Open the GlobalProtect App.
  2. Tap the three horizontal lines in the top-left corner.
  3. At the bottom of the screen, tap Sign Out.
  4. Tap Continue in the prompt.
  5. Tap the gray shield icon.
  6. Attempt the to connect to WiscVPN again following these instructions: WiscVPN GlobalProtect (Android) - Connecting and Disconnecting

Check for other VPN profiles

  1. Open the Settings app on your device.
  2. Open the Connections tab.

    Connections Tab

  3. Scroll down and tap More connection settings.

    More connection settings

  4. Tap VPN.

    VPN option under More settings

  5. On this page, check if anything other than GlobalProtect appears. If so, tap the gear icon next to the VPN.
  6. Select Delete VPN profile.
  7. Tap Delete to confirm.
  8. GlobalProtect should be the only VPN profile left. If you do not see GlobalProtect on this page, follow these instructions to uninstall and reinstall: WiscVPN GlobalProtect (Android) - Installing, Connecting, and Uninstalling

Specific Error Messages

  • For specific error messages, look up the error in the Palo Alto support portal: PaloAlto Support


Keywords:
vpn wisc Android troubleshoot 
Doc ID:
129032
Owned by:
Help Desk KB Team in DoIT Help Desk
Created:
2023-06-14
Updated:
2025-03-21
Sites:
DoIT Help Desk