Bluetooth Not Connecting

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Why does this happen?

Bluetooth pairing fails in three common patterns: the device won't appear, pairing drops instantly, or Windows reports Bluetooth missing. Most are fixed by re-pairing, recharging, or resetting the Bluetooth stack. The fixer below matches your symptom to the right fix.

Common causes

• The device left pairing mode (it expires after about two minutes).
• The device is already connected to another phone or computer.
• Low battery makes pairing unstable.
• A missing or outdated Bluetooth driver on Windows.

Symptoms

• The device never appears in the Bluetooth list.
• Pairing succeeds then disconnects immediately.
• Bluetooth is missing entirely from Windows.
• Devices connect but audio drops out.

Frequently asked questions

Why won't my Bluetooth device show up?

Most devices leave pairing mode after ~2 minutes. Hold the pairing button until the light blinks fast, and make sure it isn't already paired to another device.

How do I reset Bluetooth on Windows?

Run services.msc, find the Bluetooth Support Service, and restart it. You can also toggle Airplane Mode for 30 seconds on phones.