How do I enable time zone changes?

Windows 11 can detect and configure your time zone to display the correct time on the computer automatically. However, sometimes, your laptop or desktop computer may end up showing the wrong time for various reasons, including if you are traveling.

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Set time zone automatically on Windows 11
Why doesn't my computer automatically change time zones?
Why is my Iphone not adjusting to time zones?
Why is my phone not updating time zone?
How do I fix my phone's time zone?

If the Taskbar doesn’t show the correct time because the time zone is wrong, you can adjust the settings manually or automatically through the “Time & language” settings.

In this guide, you will learn the steps to correct the time zone on Windows 11.

Change time zone on Windows 11
Set time zone automatically on Windows 11

To set a different time zone on Windows 11, use these steps:

Open Settings.
Click on Time & language.
Click the Date & time tab.
Turn off the “Set time zone automatically” toggle switch to enable the Time zone setting (if applicable).
Change the time zone setting with the “Time zone” drop-down menu.
(Optional) Turn off and on the “Set time automatically” toggle switch to fix the time.
(Optional) Turn off the “Set time automatically” toggle switch.
Click the Change button for the “Set the date and time manually” setting and correct time information (if applicable).

Once you complete the steps, the new time zone will apply to the system.

Set time zone automatically on Windows 11

To set the time zone automatically, use these steps:

Open Settings.
Click on Time & language.
Click the Date & time tab.
Turn on the “Set time zone automatically” toggle switch to set the correct time zone and daylight saving time.
Under the Additional settings section, click the Sync now button to correct the time (if applicable).

After you complete the steps, Windows 11 will apply the time zone settings automatically.

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Why doesn't my computer automatically change time zones?

Head to Settings > Time & Language > Date & Time and turn on the toggle under Set time zone automatically. Didn't work? Check that your PC can access your location settings. To do this, open Settings and press Privacy > Location > Allow access to location on this device.

Why is my Iphone not adjusting to time zones?

Allow your device to use its current location to determine the correct time zone. To do this, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > System Services and turn on Setting Time Zone. Check that your device shows the correct time zone in Settings > General > Date & Time > Time Zone.

Why is my phone not updating time zone?

Turn on Android's automatic date/time setting. Do this through Settings > System > Date & time. Select the button next to Set time automatically to trigger it. If this is already turned on, turn it off, restart your phone, and then turn it back on.

How do I fix my phone's time zone?

Update Date & Time on Your Android Device Tap Settings to open the Settings menu. Tap Date & Time. Tap Automatic. If this option is turned off, check that the correct Date, Time and Time Zone are selected.