How to Turn On or Off Cellular Network in Windows 11

This guide explains how to turn your cellular network adapter on or off in Windows 11. If your computer has a SIM card or an eSIM, you can connect to the internet using cellular data. This is very useful when you are away from home or office Wi-Fi.

Why do this? You may want to turn off cellular data to save money on your data plan or to stop your computer from using a specific network. You may want to turn it on to get online when no other internet connections are available.

What happens when done? Your computer will either connect to your cellular provider’s network or disconnect from it entirely, depending on your choice. Cellular connections work just like Wi-Fi and hotspot connections.

How to enable or disable Cellular settings

You can manage your network settings through the Windows Settings app. Note: Some network configuration changes may require administrative privileges.

1. Open the Settings app. You can press Windows key + I on your keyboard or click Start and then Settings.

2. In the Settings menu, click on Network & internet on the left side of the window.

3. On the right side, click on the Cellular tile.

4. Locate the Cellular switch. Toggle the switch to On to enable your connection. Toggle the switch to Off to disable it.

Summary

Managing your cellular connection in Windows 11 is easy. By going to Settings > Network & internet > Cellular, you can quickly toggle your connection status. This feature helps you stay connected to the internet using a SIM or eSIM card, or an external cellular adapter, wherever you have a signal.