What is an internet speed test?
An internet speed test measures how fast data travels between your device and the internet.
Understanding your results
↓ Download speed
How quickly you can pull data from the internet.
↑ Upload speed
How quickly you can send data to the internet.
📡 Ping (latency)
The time it takes for a small piece of data to reach the server and come back.
〰️ Jitter
How much your ping varies between measurements.
Tips for an accurate test
- Close other apps, downloads, and streaming before testing.
- Use a wired connection or sit close to your Wi-Fi router when possible.
- Run the test a few times — speeds naturally vary, especially on mobile networks.
- Compare results at different times of day; networks get busier in the evening.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my speed different from what my provider promised?
Advertised speeds are a maximum figure.
Why do two tests give different numbers?
Internet speed constantly fluctuates.
Is pingpingo free?
Yes. pingpingo is completely free to use.
What is a good internet speed?
For browsing and HD streaming, 25 Mbps download is plenty.
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