How to Fix Bluetooth Not Working in Android 10

How to Fix Bluetooth Not Working in Android 10

Bluetooth is one of the most important features in any smartphone  We use it every day to connect wireless earphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness bands, car audio systems, and many other devices. But sometimes, Bluetooth suddenly stops working on Android 10 phones.

This can be very frustrating, especially when you need it urgently. The good news is, in most cases, this problem can be fixed easily without going to a service center

You may face problems like:

Bluetooth not turning on

Device not connecting

Connected but no sound

Bluetooth keeps disconnecting

Common Reasons Why Bluetooth Stops Working

Before jumping into solutions, it’s important to understand why this problem happens.

Some common reasons are:

Temporary software bugs Outdated system version Corrupted Bluetooth cache

App conflicts Network setting issues

Hardware problems (rare case)

Basic Checks You Should Do First

Restart Your Phone

This may sound simple, but restarting your phone fixes many temporary issues.

When you restart:

System refreshes Background bugs clear

Bluetooth service restarts

Turn Bluetooth Off and On

Sometimes Bluetooth just needs a quick reset.

Steps:

Go to Settings

Tap on Bluetooth

Turn it Off

Wait for 10 seconds

Turn it On again

Forget and Reconnect the Bluetooth Device

If a specific device is not connecting, this method works very well.

Remove Paired Device

Steps:

Open Settings > Bluetooth

Tap on the device name

Select Forget / Unpair

Pair Again

Now:

Turn Bluetooth on

Search for the device again

Pair it like a new device

Clear Bluetooth Cache and Data

Sometimes Bluetooth cache gets corrupted and causes problems.

Steps:

Go to Settings > Apps

Tap on Show system apps

Find Bluetooth

Tap on Storage

Select Clear Cache

Reset Network Settings

If Bluetooth is still not working, network settings may be the issue.

This will reset:

Wi-Fi

Mobile data

Bluetooth

How to Reset

Steps:

Go to Settings

Tap System

Select Reset options

Tap Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth

Check for Android System Updates

Many Bluetooth issues happen because of bugs in old system versions.

Update Your Phone

Steps:

Go to Settings

Tap System Update

Check for updates

Install if available

Turn Off Battery Optimization for

 Bluetooth

Some phones restrict Bluetooth in the background to save battery.

Disable Battery Restriction

Steps:

Go to Settings > Apps > Bluetooth

Tap on Battery

Select No restrictions

Check for App Conflicts

Sometimes third-party apps interfere with Bluetooth.

Boot in Safe Mode

Safe mode runs only system apps.

Steps:

Press and hold Power button

Tap and hold Power off

Select Safe Mode

Reset App Preferences

This method fixes many hidden issues.

Reset App Preferences

Steps:

Go to Settings > Apps

Tap 3 dots (menu)

Select Reset app preferences

Check Hardware Issue

If nothing works, it could be a hardware problem.

Signs of hardware issue:

Bluetooth never turns on

Phone does not detect any device

Bluetooth option missing

In this case:

Visit authorized service center

Get Bluetooth antenna checked

Extra Tips for Better Bluetooth

 Performance

Here are some practical tips to avoid future issues:

Keep your phone updated

Avoid using too many Bluetooth devices at once

Keep devices within proper range

Restart phone once in a while

Do not install unknown apps