1. Bad Router Placement
- Tucked behind a cabinet or TV, or sitting on the floor — signal can't spread.
- Fix — place the router centrally, raised at least one meter off the floor.
2. Too Many Connected Devices
- Phones, computers, IoT cameras, appliances — the more there are, the more they fight for bandwidth.
- Fix — disable Wi-Fi on idle devices or set QoS priorities.
3. Obstructions and Thick Walls
- Concrete, steel, and glass weaken or reflect the signal.
- Fix — avoid placing the router behind thick walls; use mesh nodes or repeaters in dead zones.
4. Interference from Other Devices
- Microwaves, cordless phones, and Bluetooth share nearby frequencies.
- Fix — keep the router away from them and switch the Wi-Fi channel.
5. Old Router / Outdated Firmware
- Old routers cap out at low speeds unfit for modern plans.
- Fix — update the firmware or upgrade to a Wi-Fi 5/6 router.
6. Wi-Fi Freeloaders
- Unusually slow speeds may mean uninvited guests on your network.
- Fix — audit connected devices, change the password, and enable WPA2/WPA3.