Bluetooth Not Working After Windows 11 Update [Fixed]

Are you facing the issue of Bluetooth driver error after Windows update? If yes, then the issue is probably in your drivers. If your device’s Bluetooth driver is not compatible with the new version of the Windows 11 update, it can cause the Bluetooth to keep disconnecting.

The best possible and easy fix for this issue is to run the Bluetooth troubleshooter. If it doesn’t solve the issue, updating your Bluetooth drivers is also an option because outdated and incompatible drivers can be the cause of the issue. If you want to know the details on how to resolve the error, read this article. 

Why is my Bluetooth not working after update?

If your device’s Bluetooth is not working after the Windows 11 update, it’s probably because of some driver issues or random bugs. Either the Bluetooth is not connected correctly or disabled because of corrupted or outdated drivers.

If your Bluetooth drivers are outdated or faulty and not compatible with the latest Windows 11 update, the Bluetooth can keep disconnecting. 

How to Fix Bluetooth Not Working After Windows 11 Update

First, check if your device supports Bluetooth or not. To check if your device supports Bluetooth connection-

• Open the device manager and expand the option Bluetooth by clicking on it.
• If you see devices listed there, then your device supports Bluetooth.

There are a few possible fixes to resolve the issue of Bluetooth not connecting, you can try these fixes one by one and see if any of them works-

Quick Steps: 

Before, applying other methods to fix it, try these quick methods first-

• Restart your System in Safe Mode and check if the error code appears.
• Disconnect external devices
• Turn off and turn on Bluetooth
• Make sure the Flight mode is disabled.

After completing these quick steps, follow these detailed methods to fix Bluetooth not working issue that you are encountering.

1. Run Windows 11 Bluetooth Troubleshooter

You can use the built-in troubleshooters of Windows to fix some common errors like Bluetooth issues. Using a Bluetooth troubleshooter is the most known and easy way to fix Bluetooth errors after an update.

1. Press Win+I to open the Settings app.
2. From Settings, select the System category.
3. From the right sidebar, head to the Troubleshoot option.
   
4. Scroll down and select the Other troubleshooters.
   
5. Find the Bluetooth option.
6. Click on the Run button next to the Bluetooth troubleshooter.
   
7. After the troubleshooting process, restart your PC and see if the issue persists.

Note: The availability of options of the settings may be a little different depending on the specific version of the Windows 11 update you have installed. 

2. Update Bluetooth Driver 

Outdated or corrupted Bluetooth drivers can also cause Bluetooth driver errors after a Windows update. To fix it-

2.1: Update Bluetooth Driver through Device Manager

1. Press Win + X to open the Power User menu, then head to the  Device Manager on the list.
2. Next, search for the Bluetooth category and expand it. The Bluetooth adapter list should appear on the screen there.
3. Right-click on the Bluetooth adapter and then click on Update driver from the drop-down list.
   
4. Select the option Search automatically for drivers.
   
5. Windows will now search for the latest driver software online and install it if available. After finding an updated driver, it will be downloaded and installed automatically. Follow the prompted on-screen instructions.
6. After the installation, restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

We suggest you use Driver Booster to update drivers on Windows 11 or 10. This dedicated tool is extremely powerful and can find and install the most stable drivers and solve various issues on your PC.

2.2: Update Bluetooth Driver through Windows Update

1. Open the Settings app like before.
2. Select the Windows Update option.
3. Next, click on the Check for updates button. Now, Windows will check for available updates.
   
4. Windows will download and install available Bluetooth drivers automatically along with other system updates. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. After the installation, restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

By using either of these methods, Windows 11 will ensure you have the most up-to-date and compatible driver for your Bluetooth adapter.

3. Reinstall Bluetooth Driver

Reinstalling the Bluetooth driver can fix this issue; follow these steps-

1. Head to the Device Manager like before.
2. Find and head to the Bluetooth adapter list as before.
3. Right–click on the Bluetooth adapter and click on Uninstall device from the list. 
   
4. Confirm any prompts that appear on the screen.
   
5. After uninstalling the driver, right-click on any space in the Device Manager window and click on Scan for hardware changes. It will trigger Windows to detect the Bluetooth hardware again.
6. Windows will automatically try to install the default Bluetooth drivers.
7. After the installation process, restart your PC to ensure the changes take effect.

Note: You may need an active internet connection for Windows to download and installing the necessary drivers.

Extra Steps:

If the above methods don’t work for you, try these additional steps:

1. Pair the Bluetooth device again.
2. Run a System file checker( SFC/DISM).
3. If none of the methods work, seek professional help.

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We hope that now you can solve the issue of  Bluetooth driver error after Windows update by yourself. Try to run the Bluetooth troubleshooter first, and if it doesn’t fix the problem, try the other methods mentioned above. However, seek professional help if none of the methods work.