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How to Change Startup Apps in Windows 11

Control which programs start automatically when you sign in.

Quick Answer

Open Settings → Apps → Startup and turn apps on or off.

Step by Step

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Select Apps.
  3. Select Startup.
  4. Review the list of apps.
  5. Turn off apps you do not want starting automatically.
  6. Leave security, backup, hardware, and other important background utilities enabled unless you know they are unnecessary.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Turning off a startup app does not uninstall it.
  • Some apps also have their own 'Start with Windows' setting inside the app.

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