How Do I Run a Traceroute on Windows?

A traceroute helps diagnose network issues by showing the path your data takes from your computer to a website or server. Here’s how to run one:

Steps to Run a Traceroute on Windows:

1. Click the Start button (bottom-left corner of your desktop).

2. Select Run (or press Windows + R on your keyboard).

3. In the box that appears, type:

   cmd
   

   and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.

4. In the command window, type:

   tracert yourdomain.tld
   

    

5. Replace yourdomain.tld with the domain you want to trace (e.g., example.com).

6. Press Enter.

How to Copy the Results:

1. When the traceroute completes, right-click anywhere in the Command Prompt window.

2. Click Mark.

3. Drag your cursor to highlight the entire result.

4. Press Enter to copy it.

5. You can now paste the results into an email or support ticket.

What Does a Traceroute Show?

• It displays each hop (device or server) your data passes through to reach its destination.

• Shows the response time in milliseconds (ms) for each hop.

• Typical Internet response times range from 80ms to 250ms, especially during peak hours.