Internet speed in the Windows taskbar

Options for seeing network speed near the Windows taskbar.

Windows does not show live network speed on the taskbar. Task Manager shows it in the Performance tab, which needs a window open.

Utilities can place a compact readout near the taskbar or a small always-on-top window. How a tool does this differs between Windows 10 and Windows 11, so check support for your version. NetSpeedDisplay’s taskbar and floating options are described in taskbar display and floating window.

Published 2026-10-14