What does an internet speed test measure?

Our test measures download bandwidth, upload bandwidth, latency (ping), and jitter. Together these metrics describe how quickly data moves between your device and the internet and how stable the connection remains while you use it.

How accurate are the speed test results?

Results are as accurate as the current conditions allow. We run the test against Cloudflare's global network, but congestion on your local network, Wi-Fi interference, or device performance can influence the numbers.

Why do my results change between tests?

Network conditions can change from minute to minute. Other people sharing the connection, background downloads, or the server path the test selects can all cause variations between runs.

What is the difference between download and upload speed?

Download speed reflects how fast you receive data from the internet, while upload speed reflects how fast you send data. Download is crucial for streaming and browsing; upload matters for video calls, online backups, and live streaming.

What do latency and jitter mean?

Latency is the round-trip time for a data packet, and jitter is the variation in that latency. Low latency and low jitter deliver smoother video calls, gaming sessions, and remote work experiences.

How long does the speed test take to complete?

A typical run completes in under a minute. We send multiple download and upload streams and a series of latency probes to capture a reliable average.

Do I need to close other apps before testing?

Yes. Closing heavy downloads, cloud backups, or streaming apps avoids competition for bandwidth and gives a clearer picture of what your connection can deliver.

Can Wi-Fi vs. wired connections affect results?

Absolutely. Wired Ethernet usually provides more consistent speeds and lower latency than Wi-Fi. Testing on both can help you diagnose whether Wi-Fi coverage is the bottleneck.

How often should I run a speed test?

Running a test whenever you notice slowdowns, change providers, or install new equipment helps confirm everything is working. Many people check monthly to track long-term performance.

What can I do if my speeds are lower than expected?

Compare your results with the speeds your ISP promises. Restarting your modem/router, moving closer to your Wi-Fi access point, or switching to Ethernet often improves speeds. Persistent issues may require contacting your provider.

Internet Speed Test

SpeedTest your internet connection speed and performance. Measure download speed, upload speed, latency, and jitter in seconds.

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Our Tool shows real-world speed usage results, based on 90th percentile . Most tests show artificial maximum speeds and 1ms latency but we report more realistic speeds and latency that you'll actually experience 90% of the time, not theoretical maximums.

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Measure Your Internet Speed

Our speed test tool provides accurate measurements of your internet connection performance. Test your download speed, upload speed, latency, and jitter to understand your network quality.

Whether you're troubleshooting slow connections, verifying your ISP speeds, or optimizing for gaming and streaming, our comprehensive speed test gives you the data you need.

What Our Speed Test Measures

Understanding your internet speed involves more than just download rates. Our test provides comprehensive metrics to give you a complete picture of your connection quality.

Download Speed

Measures how fast data transfers from the internet to your device. Critical for streaming, downloading files, and browsing.

Upload Speed

Measures how fast you can send data from your device to the internet. Important for video calls, file uploads, and cloud backups.

Latency (Ping)

Measures the time it takes for data to travel to a server and back. Low latency is essential for gaming and real-time applications.

Jitter

Measures latency variation over time. Low jitter ensures stable connections for video calls and online gaming.

Who Benefits from Speed Testing?

Remote Workers

Ensure your connection can handle video conferences, file transfers, and cloud applications without interruption.

Streamers & Content Creators

Verify you have sufficient upload bandwidth for high-quality streaming and fast content uploads to platforms.

Gamers

Check latency and jitter to ensure optimal performance for online gaming with minimal lag and stable connections.

IT Professionals & Businesses

Monitor network performance, verify ISP SLAs, and troubleshoot connectivity issues for optimal business operations.

Trust, Quality & Data Transparency

Expertise & Experience

ISP performance verification, network optimization and residential / enterprise connectivity troubleshooting experience shapes download, upload, latency and jitter measurement design. We designed the Speed Test features around realistic operational workflows.

Data Sources

Live throughput measurements via Cloudflare's global network edge, latency probes with real-time jitter analysis, network quality scoring for streaming / gaming / video conferencing, ASN / geolocation context from authoritative regional registries.

Update Cadence & Quality

Measurement algorithm & quality thresholds refined continuously based on field validation; infrastructure updates deployed immediately; network scoring heuristics tuned monthly. The rating component reflects genuine user feedback (one rating per browser client ID) and is filtered for abuse.

Privacy & Ethics

Test results and your IP address are not permanently stored; only anonymized aggregate metrics (success rate, measurement latency distribution) retained for reliability monitoring. No personal profile linked to individual tests. See our Privacy Policy for details. No personal account is required.

Accountability

Questions or accuracy concerns? Reach out via the Contact page or learn more About Us. We iterate quickly based on feedback.

Frequently Asked Questions

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