How to Enable or Disable Startup App Notifications in Windows 11
Startup app notifications in Windows 11 alert you when a new application plans to launch automatically as your PC starts.
This keeps you informed about what’s running in the background, giving you control over unwanted processes or new programs.
Windows 11 keeps this setting off by default. This means you won’t receive alerts about new startup apps unless you turn them on.
You can switch these notifications on or off in Windows 11’s Settings app, under the Apps > Startup section.
Go to Settings > System > Notifications. Scroll down and toggle the switch for Startup App Notification to On or Off. This lets you control alerts for new apps launching automatically when Windows starts.
What Are Startup Apps?
Startup apps are programs that automatically open when you turn on your Windows 11 computer.
You may also install other apps that you want to start automatically. Windows 11 can notify you when a new app adds itself to this startup list.
Why Use Startup App Notifications?
- Stay informed: Know when new apps want to run automatically.
- Control: Decide if you want to let the app start with Windows.
- Keep your computer running smoothly: Too many startup apps can slow down your computer.
Steps to Turn On or Off Startup App Notifications
Step 1Open Windows Settings
You can open Settings in two ways:
- Press
Windows key + Ion your keyboard at the same time. - Or click the Start button (Windows logo) in the bottom-left corner, then select Settings.
Here’s what the Settings button looks like:
Step 2Go to System Settings
In the Settings window, click on System from the menu on the left side.
Step 3Open Notifications Settings
On the right side, find and click on the Notifications section.
Step 4Turn Startup App Notifications On or Off
You can easily turn startup app notifications on or off in Windows 11 by finding the ‘Startup App Notification’ setting.
You’re all set!
Windows will now notify you whenever a new app sets itself to start automatically, but only if you’ve enabled the notification.
Summary
Windows 11 lets you know when new apps start automatically, and you can choose to turn this startup app notification feature on or off using the Settings app.- Windows 11 can notify you when new apps add themselves to startup.
- This notification feature is off by default but you can turn it on anytime.
- Use the Settings app to easily switch this notification on or off.
- If you want to learn more about managing apps on startup, check out this helpful guide on How to Manage Startup Apps in Windows 11.
What is startup app notification in 🪟 Windows 11?
The startup app notification in Windows 11 is a helpful feature that alerts you when new apps are added to the list of programs that open automatically when you start your PC.
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