: Click the OneDrive cloud icon in your taskbar (system tray), then select the Help & Settings (gear) icon and click Settings .

: Go to the Sync and backup tab and expand Advanced settings .

Your physical setup and network configuration often determine the ceiling for your download speeds.

Optimizing Your OneDrive Download Speeds Low OneDrive download speeds can be frustrating, especially when you have a high-speed internet connection but see transfers crawling at just a few hundred KB/s. While Microsoft does not officially throttle speeds based on your subscription, several settings and external factors can significantly impact performance. 1. Adjust OneDrive Bandwidth Settings