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Iron Contributor

Jan 14, 2026

How to disable startup programs in windows 10 launched automatically?

For no reason, my Windows 10 PC takes much longer to boot into desktop. It is a pretty old device with only 4GB of RAM. I saw a couple of apps running automatically after login. Is this the reason th...

MasonHayes

Iron Contributor

Jan 14, 2026

How to disable startup programs Windows 10? Follow these steps:

1. Open Settings:

Click on the Start menu and select the gear icon, or press Windows + I on your keyboard.

2. Navigate to Apps:

In the Settings window, click on Apps.

3. Go to Startup:

In the left sidebar, click on Startup.

4. Manage Startup Programs:

You'll see a list of apps with toggle switches next to each.

Find the programs you want to disable at startup.

Turn off the toggle switch for each program you wish to disable.

This method is user-friendly and allows you to control which programs run automatically when Windows starts, helping improve boot times and overall performance.

Disabling startup programs Windows 10 can significantly improve boot times, especially on older devices with limited RAM.