Why doesn't my phone connect to Bluetooth?

Before you can share files on your phone wirelessly with other devices, it is necessary to connect the phone to Bluetooth. If problems occur in the process, there are several approaches to solve them. We explain the necessary steps.

Mobile phone doesn't connect: How to activate Bluetooth

If your cell phone doesn't connect to Bluetooth, this can have several causes. To find and fix the cause of the error, first check if the Bluetooth function is enabled. If you have an Android smartphone, open the Settings app and tap the "Bluetooth" option under "Wireless and networks". On the iPhone, you will find the Bluetooth function under "Settings" > "Bluetooth". If the switch there is in the off position, move it to the right to turn Bluetooth on.

More tips if your phone doesn't connect to Bluetooth

If the problem with Bluetooth connection occurs even though the function is already enabled on your phone, go through the following points.

1. Turn your phone's Bluetooth function off and on briefly, and then try to connect your phone to the Bluetooth again.
2. If this doesn't help, restarting your phone may also help to fix the connection problem.
3. Also, check your phone's pairing settings. If your phone is not visible to other device or only visible to partner devices, please tap on the name of your phone in the Bluetooth menu to change this.
4. Lastly, you have the option to reset Bluetooth sharing on your phone. To do this, navigate to "Settings" > "Apps" > "All" and first tap "Bluetooth Sharing" and then tap Clear Cache.