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How to Enable or Disable Suggested Content in Windows 11

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Jan 7, 2022 Updated Apr 29, 2026 2 min read

How to Enable or Disable Suggested Content in Windows 11

Windows 11 uses telemetry to show you personalized ads and tips. While these help new users, they can clutter your workspace. Disabling them helps you debloat Windows 11, improves your privacy, and creates a cleaner look. You can share your thoughts on these features at the Microsoft Feedback Hub.

What happens when done?

Once you disable these settings, Windows stops tracking your usage patterns for ad targeting. Your Start menu and Settings app will show fewer promotional items. This does not affect your ability to receive critical Windows Updates.

TL;DR: You can disable suggested content in Windows 11 by toggling settings in the Privacy & security menu. This removes personalized ads and recommendations from your Start menu and Settings app. If you want to go further, you can use the Group Policy Editor or Registry Editor to debloat your system.

How to disable suggested content in Settings

This is the safest way to change your preferences.

Open the Windows Settings app.
Select Privacy & security on the left.
Click the General tile.

Privacy and security settings menu for managing Windows 11 suggested content

Look for Show me suggested content in the Settings app. Toggle the switch to Off. In newer builds like 23H2 or 24H2, you may also see options to disable Show recommendations for tips, shortcuts, new apps, and more under Personalization > Start.

Windows 11 show me suggested content in the Settings app

Advanced: Group Policy Editor (GPO)

Note: This requires admin privileges. This method is best for Windows 11 Pro users.

Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and hit Enter.
Go to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Cloud Content.
Double-click Turn off all Windows spotlight features and set it to Enabled.

Advanced: Registry Editor

Note: This requires admin privileges. Always back up your registry before editing.

Open the Registry Editor and go to:

🗝️Registry

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager

Find these items and set their value to 0:

SubscribedContent-338393Enabled
SubscribedContent-353694Enabled
SubscribedContent-353696Enabled

Windows 11 show me suggested content in the Settings app registry

Restart your PC to finish.

Summary

You can easily disable suggested content in Windows 11 to remove ads and clutter. Use the Settings app for a simple toggle, or use the Group Policy and Registry Editor for more permanent control. These changes help debloat your system and improve your privacy without impacting essential Windows updates.

Why do recommendations reappear after a Windows update?

Windows updates often reset certain registry keys or policy settings to their default state to ensure new features are visible to users. If you have disabled these via manual registry tweaks, a major feature update may overwrite your changes, requiring you to re-apply your preferred settings to keep the interface clean.

Is it safe to modify the Registry for Windows recommendations?

It is generally safe if you only modify the specific keys mentioned. However, the Registry is a sensitive database. Always create a System Restore point or a full backup before making changes. Incorrect edits can cause system instability, so follow the paths exactly as provided in this guide.

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