OneDrive Sync Stuck on 'Waiting to Connect' – Fix Guide - Fix OneDrive Sync Behind Proxy Server-Windows Search Service Not Starting Fix

Updated 2026-06-14 09:28:39windows-fixes
OneDrive Sync Stuck on 'Waiting to Connect' – Fix Guide - Fix OneDrive Sync Behind Proxy Server-Windows Search Service Not Starting Fix
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.