How to Set Up a Metered Internet Connection in Windows 10

By Achilles Hill | Last Updated August 26, 2025

Here is the way about how to set up a metered internet connection in windows 10 you need to know.

Have you ever been tethered to a mobile network with the limited amount of data while not willing to occupy too much bandwidth in your home network, Windows 10 have the solution, The operating system features a built-in "Metered connection" mode that reduces bandwidth.

And now let's talk about how to set up a metered internet connection in Windows 10.

Attentions, there are two kinds of network which could set as metered.

What Exactly Is a Metered Connection?
Type 1: Set a Wi-Fi Connection as Metered
Type 2: Set an Ethernet Connection as Metered

What Exactly Is a Metered Connection?

A metered connection signals to the system that you have limited data, prompting Windows to reduce usage.

Effects include:

Only priority updates are downloaded.
Microsoft Store apps won't auto-update.
OneDrive and other sync services may pause.
Background data usage is minimized.

Type 1: Set a Wifi Connection as Metered

Step 1: To set a Wi-Fi connection as metered, first you should do as Settings>Network & Internet> Wi-Fi. Click the name of the Wi-Fi connection you're connected to.

open wifi setting window

Step 2: Switch on the "Set as metered connection" option of the current Wi-Fi network here.

set wifi as metered

Type 2: Set an Ethernet Connection as Metered

Step 1: Follow the navigation chain as Settings> Network & Internet> Ethernet. Choose the name of your current using Ethernet connection.

open ethernet settings

Step 2: Turn on the "Set as metered connection" option for the ethernet.

set ethernet metered

Tip: Now, you'll find that you have set up a metered internet connection in windows 10 successfully, If not, try to check your network and connection settings.

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