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Manage startup programs and boot faster

The most common reason a PC starts slowly is the programs that launch with Windows. The TuneUP Startup Manager shows them in one list and lets you turn off the ones you don't need.

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  • Every startup program in one list
  • Disabled programs aren't deleted and can be turned back on anytime
  • Shows where each item starts from
TuneUP: Manage startup programs and boot faster

How do you disable startup programs in Windows?

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. Go to the Startup apps tab.
  3. Right-click a program you don't need and choose Disable.

Keep antivirus, audio, touchpad and graphics driver utilities enabled. Chat apps, game launchers and cloud-storage clients are usually safe to disable.

Tidy up startup with TuneUP

  1. Open Toolbox > Startup Manager in TuneUP.
  2. Check the programs marked Active in the Status column.
  3. Select the ones you don't need at startup and disable them.
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Frequently asked questions

Is a disabled program uninstalled?

No. It just stops launching automatically; it stays installed and you can enable it again at any time.

Is the Startup Manager free?

Yes, it is unlimited on the Free plan.

What shouldn't I disable?

Keep antivirus, audio, touchpad and graphics driver utilities. If you disable something and notice a problem, simply turn it back on.

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