Bluetooth Is Missing or Not Working in Windows

If Bluetooth has disappeared from Windows or suddenly stopped working, the issue is usually related to the Bluetooth adapter, driver, Windows services, or hardware.

1. Restart your PC

Restart Windows before making additional changes. A restart can reload Bluetooth services and drivers.

2. Check Bluetooth settings

Open:

Settings > Bluetooth & devices

Make sure Bluetooth is enabled.

If the Bluetooth toggle is completely missing, continue below.

3. Check Device Manager

  1. Right-click the Start button.

  2. Select Device Manager.

  3. Expand Bluetooth.

  4. Look for your Bluetooth adapter.

If you see a warning icon, right-click the adapter and select Update driver.

You can also uninstall the adapter and restart Windows to allow the driver to reinstall automatically.

4. Check Windows services

Press Windows + R, enter:

services.msc

Make sure Bluetooth Support Service is running.

5. Install your manufacturer's Bluetooth driver

Download the latest Bluetooth or wireless driver directly from your motherboard, laptop, or wireless adapter manufacturer.

Avoid third-party driver download websites.