Test Bandwidth of Your Internet Connection with TestMy
We often want to know the speed of our Internet connection. There are a wide variety of websites and software available online which will test your bandwidth. Here is how to test your bandwidth without installing any software.
Steps
- Visit this website or check with your Internet Service Provider for a recommended bandwidth test website that is within your geographical area.
- Click on "Download Speed Check" if you want to check download speed. Click "Upload Speed Test" to check upload speed.
- Click "Smart Test" for the first time on the next screen. If you want a more accurate result, then select a larger test. However, larger tests will require more time.
- Get the detailed report about your Internet connection bandwidth after a few moments.
Tips
- Consider testing your bandwidth at various times of the day, as it can vary throughout the day depending on how many people are using the site.
- If your bandwidth rate doesn't match your plan with your ISP, consider contacting your ISP. Be sure you have done many tests before confronting them.
Warnings
- Your bandwidth capacity will fluctuate every time you take the test, due to server and client side caching, web site traffic, and many other factors.
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