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PhoenixAdler
Iron Contributor
Apr 09, 2026

Windows 11 Search Crashes When Connected to Internet

Windows 11 search works fine offline, but when connected to the internet, the search box freezes for 1 second then crashes. I’ve updated Windows, turned off cloud/secure search, enabled desktop interaction, and restarted, but nothing works. Need help fixing this.

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  • KapilArya's avatar
    KapilArya
    MVP
    Apr 10, 2026


    Hello,

     

    Open Task Manager, go to Details tab. Find the process named SearchHost.exe and End it. 

     

    See if this resolves the issue. In case if issue still persists, see if other suggestions in this fix helps you:

     

    https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-windows-11-search-not-working

     

    Let us know if this helps!

     

    Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.

  • Izannki's avatar
    Izannki
    Brass Contributor
    Apr 10, 2026

    The issue you're experiencing with Windows 11 search freezing and crashing when connected to the internet can be caused by various factors, including corrupted system files, incorrect registry settings, or conflicting applications.