{"id":91709,"date":"2025-03-10T21:54:45","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T21:54:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=91709"},"modified":"2025-10-17T21:29:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T21:29:31","slug":"solved-what-to-do-when-your-computer-keeps-freezing-randomly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/solved-what-to-do-when-your-computer-keeps-freezing-randomly\/","title":{"rendered":"[SOLVED] What to Do When Your Computer Keeps Freezing Randomly"},"content":{"rendered":"

System freezes usually happen because something else is going on. It might be a common glitch that can easily go away or a more complex problem that requires specific fixes. Whatever the case, I’ve nailed down all the hardware and software solutions that can help you patch things up.<\/p>\n

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This guide will be a compilation of fixes that have worked in many real-world scenarios for users across different forums, from Reddit <\/a> to the Microsoft Community <\/a>.<\/p>\n

I’ve also added methods that got me out of the same issue more often than I remember. You can skip whatever solution you’ve already attempted. However, you can still try them out later to ensure you executed them correctly the first time. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n

Why Does My PC Keep Freezing?<\/h2>\n

\nBoth hardware and software problems can cause computer freezing issues. You can find hints about the specific underlying problem by looking at how random PC lags manifest. Still, there may be numerous root causes behind a single instance of the freezing issue.\n<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Problem<\/strong><\/th>\nLikely causes<\/strong><\/th>\nLikely fixes<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Computer freezes before Windows boots<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
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  • Malware<\/li>\n
  • Conflicting hardware drivers<\/li>\n
  • Corrupt system files<\/li>\n
  • Defective RAM sticks<\/li>\n
  • Malfunctioning hard drive<\/li>\n
  • Overheating problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n

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    \n
  • Test your system memory or swap out your RAM sticks one by one<\/li>\n
  • Run a test on your hard drive and replace it if it is defective<\/li>\n
  • Run a system restore through Safe Mode<\/li>\n
  • Fix driver issues through Safe Mode<\/li>\n
  • Log into Safe Mode and fix system files<\/li>\n
  • Clean your cooling system<\/li>\n
  • Run a full malware scan<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Computer freezes after Windows boots<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n
    \n
  • Run System Restore<\/li>\n
  • Update device drivers<\/li>\n
  • Disable startup apps<\/li>\n
  • Troubleshoot your RAM and hard drive<\/li>\n
  • Find and delete malware<\/li>\n
  • Delete your user profile<\/li>\n
  • Fix overheating issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

System freezes under heavy load (loading heavy apps like games, running these apps for long periods, or using too many apps\/browsing tabs at once)<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Power settings (your computer’s power mode)<\/li>\n
  • Overheating<\/li>\n
  • Defective power supply unit<\/li>\n
  • Malfunctioning RAM module<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n

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    \n
  • Adjust your power settings<\/li>\n
  • Resolve overheating problems<\/li>\n
  • Fix memory-related problems<\/li>\n
  • Check your power supply unit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Computer freezes randomly<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Malware<\/li>\n
  • Application conflicts<\/li>\n
  • Clogged-up hard drive<\/li>\n
  • Defective hardware<\/li>\n
  • System file corruption<\/li>\n
  • Driver issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n

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    \n
  • Run a full malware scan<\/li>\n
  • Disable background programs through Task Manager<\/li>\n
  • Free hard drive space<\/li>\n
  • Check for memory issues<\/li>\n
  • Update your drivers<\/li>\n
  • Run the System File Checker tool<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Computer keeps freezing when using a specific app<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • The app is corrupt<\/li>\n
  • Problematic or missing system files<\/li>\n
  • Malware<\/li>\n
  • Power settings<\/li>\n
  • Driver issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n

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    \n
  • Run System Restore<\/li>\n
  • Adjust power settings<\/li>\n
  • Run the System File Checker tool<\/li>\n
  • Fix driver problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Computer randomly freezes while watching or streaming videos<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Graphics card driver issues<\/li>\n
  • RAM problems<\/li>\n
  • Conflicting programs<\/li>\n
  • Issues with Windows updates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/td>\n

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