How to Enable or Disable Bluetooth Swift Pair in Windows 11
You can turn Bluetooth Swift Pair on or off in Windows 11 to quickly connect compatible Bluetooth devices to your PC. Swift Pair is a Windows feature that speeds up connecting new Bluetooth accessories, like headphones or mice. It works by showing a notification on your screen when a device is close and ready to pair.
This guide shows you how to manage Swift Pair settings within Windows 11. You can turn this handy feature on or off, and you can even choose to apply the setting just for your user account or for all users on the PC.
To enable or disable Bluetooth Swift Pair in Windows 11, open Settings, go to Bluetooth & devices, then Devices, and toggle “Show notifications to connect using Swift Pair.” This option allows quick pairing of nearby Bluetooth devices.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that lets devices talk to each other over short distances. You can connect many types of Bluetooth devices to your PC. Examples include phones, headsets, speakers, fitness trackers, mice, and keyboards.
What is Swift Pair?
Swift Pair Swift Pair in Windows 11 makes pairing Bluetooth devices quick. When you have a supported Bluetooth device nearby and put it into pairing mode, your PC will send you a notification. You can then connect it with just a few clicks.
Option 1Use Settings
Turn Swift Pair On or Off for Your Account
You can easily turn Swift Pair on or off for just your user account in Windows 11 through the Settings app.- Open Settings by pressing
Win+Ion your keyboard. - Click Bluetooth & devices on the left side.
- Click Devices on the right side.
- Under Device settings, find the option that says Show notifications to connect using Swift Pair.
- Turn it On (this is the default) or Off depending on what you want.
- Close Settings when you’re done.
Option 2Use Registry Editor for Your Account
Turn Swift Pair On
This is the default setting. Execute the following command:
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Bluetooth" /v QuickPair /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /fTurn Swift Pair Off
Execute the following command:
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Bluetooth" /v QuickPair /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /fOption 3Use Registry Editor for All Users
⚠️ Admin Privileges Required: You must be signed in as an administrator to use this option.
Enable Swift Pair for All Users
Execute the following command:
reg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\default\Bluetooth\AllowPromptedProximalConnections" /v value /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /fDisable Swift Pair for All Users
Execute the following command:
reg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\default\Bluetooth\AllowPromptedProximalConnections" /v value /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /fThat’s it! Your Bluetooth Swift Pair settings are now changed.
Summary
Swift Pair in Windows 11 makes connecting your Bluetooth devices much quicker, and you can choose to turn it on or off easily.
Learn more: pair Pair a Bluetooth device in Windows – Microsoft Support Swift Pair Open Bluetooth & devices settings Bluetooth Policy CSP
What is swift pair in 🪟 Windows 11?
Swift Pair in Windows allows a supported Bluetooth device to be quickly paired with a Windows device. If the Bluetooth device supports Swift Pair, a notification is displayed in Windows when: The Bluetooth device is nearby. It’s in pairing mode and discoverable.
How to block Bluetooth pairing request on PC?
Press the Windows key plus R. Type gpedit.msc. Then click OK. Go to Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates, Windows Components, Device Pairing. Double-click ‘Turn off Swift Pair.’ Set it to Enabled.
How do I permanently disable Bluetooth on 🪟 Windows 11?
Use Settings > Bluetooth & devices (⊞ Win+I) for the same toggle, plus device management and pairing options. Use Device Manager to disable the Bluetooth adapter completely so Windows cannot use the radio until you re-enable it manually.
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