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Sometimes your internet slows down when you need it the most. Here are the top five reasons your internet might be lagging, along with steps you can take to resolve the issue.

Too Many Devices Are Connected

If many people are using the internet in your home at once, the network can become congested. This is called network congestion.

For example, if someone is watching a movie, another is downloading a game, and another is on a video call, the internet might slow down for everyone.

To resolve this issue, try disabling Wi-Fi on devices that are not in use. You can also ask your internet provider if a faster plan is available to suit your needs.

Some providers offer speeds around 252.71 Mbps, which can handle more devices with fewer slowdowns.

Weak Wi-Fi Signal

If your device is located far away from the Wi-Fi router or if walls and furniture block the signal, you may experience slow speeds.

Other electronic devices, such as microwaves or baby monitors, can also cause signal interference.

To improve the signal, move closer to your router or place the router in the center of your home. If that doesn’t help, try using a Wi-Fi extender, which helps spread the signal to more areas.

To find out what your internet speed is, test your internet connection here.

Old Devices or Equipment

Old routers, modems, or even laptops and phones can slow things down. If your equipment is more than a few years old, it might not support faster internet speeds.

You should consider updating your router or modem to a newer version. Newer equipment can handle speed much better.

Lag From High Latency

Latency is the time it takes for information to travel from your device to the internet and back. If this takes too long, your connection may feel slow, especially during online games or video calls.

To reduce latency, try plugging your device directly into the router using an Ethernet cable instead of relying on Wi-Fi. Also, make sure not too many people are using the internet at once.

Apps Running in the Background

Sometimes, apps on your computer or phone continue to run in the background without your knowledge. They might be doing updates, syncing files, or streaming music.

Stop automatic updates and close apps you’re not using, especially for gaming and video calls.