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# What internet speed do I need?

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### Before you pick a speed...

● We want to make sure you have the perfect internet speed for your needs. That's why you get one complimentary speed change every 90 days. So if the speed you picked isn't quite right, we've got you covered.

● **If you need to make a second change within that 90-day period, there's a small charge of $5 on your next bill.**

**● All of our internet plans are unlimited downloads.**

[Terms and conditions](https://cogeco-public-assets.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Terms+And+Conditions+EN) apply.


# Your internet speeds & lifestyle go hand in hand.

Depending on what you’re using it for, here’s a quick breakdown to help you decide which download speeds may be best for you.

**15-30 Mbps**

Good for the following:

✔️ 3-4 devices on your network at the same time.

✔️ Basic activities like streaming music, checking emails, and browsing social media.

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**50-75 Mbps**

Good for everything above and the following:

✔️ 5-9 devices on your network at the same time.

✔️ Smoothly streaming HD content on one or two devices..

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**100-200 Mbps**

Good for everything above and the following:

✔️ 10-13 devices on your network at the same time.

✔️ Seamlessly working from home, including video calls and online presentations.

✔️ Streaming in stunning 4K and enjoying live sports without buffering.

✔️ Online gaming and busy student housing or small families.


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**300+ Mbps**

Good for everything above and the following:

✔️ 14-25 devices on your network at the same time.

✔️ Smart homes with numerous connected devices.

✔️ Competitive gaming, live-streaming, and Pay-Per-Vie**w enthusiasts.**

✔️ Large families or homes with lots of roommates.

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*Note that these are general estimates. Depending on your usage, upgrading your speed may be necessary if you encounter speed-related issues. *


### Everyday internet activities and how much download speed they actually use.

![Speed usage](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/1/6/2/6162b38683905000/speeds_122wudu.png =800x160)


### What about upload speeds?

Just like download speeds, the upload speed you need depends on your household's lifestyle.

You'll want a plan with higher upload speeds if you frequently upload large files or live-stream content. This is especially important for:

* Content creators like Twitch streamers and YouTubers.
* Professionals who regularly upload large files, such as graphic designers or video editors.

For example, uploading a 10 GB video file with a 10 Mbps upload speed could take over two and a half hours. Our standard upload speeds are more than enough for most other activities. For context, most video calls require less than 3 Mbps, and online gaming typically uses less than 5 Mbps.

### [**__Test your Speed!__**](https://cogeco-qc.speedtestcustom.com/)