How to make your broadband faster

There are things you can do to improve your broadband speed. This might be useful if you are waiting for a faster connection. You can:

• place your router on a table or shelf without any other objects blocking it
• connect your device with an ethernet cable rather than using Wi-Fi
• check if any electrical devices are interfering with your signal, such as a microwave
• try using a wireless booster to improve your signal
• disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi that you're not using
• declutter your computer and check it's up-to-date
• check if your router firmware needs updating

Checking your broadband availability

You can ask your internet service provider about your broadband speed. You can also check what broadband speeds are available at your address on Ofcom’s website.

Superfast connections have a speed of at least 30 Megabits per second (Mbps). This is usually enough for several people to use the connection at the same time without it slowing down.

Broadband comparison sites

Details of price comparison sites that have been accredited by Ofcom are available online. Upgrades to broadband speeds are not automatic. You will have to contact your Internet Service Provider to do this.