How to prevent apps launching at startup from Settings To disable apps from running at startup on Windows 11, use these steps: Open Settings. Click on Apps. Click the Startup page on the right side.

Startup programs can be a nuisance, especially if they slow down your computer. Here's how to disable startup programs in Windows 11, so you can get your computer up and running faster.

Boost Windows 11 boot speed by delaying startup apps. Manage background programs via Task Manager for faster system performance.

If your Windows-based computer is booting slowly, it may not be a hardware problem. You can see which apps launch at startup and disable some if needed.