How to Enable or Disable Windows 11 Startup Sound
You enable or disable the Windows 11 startup sound within the Sound settings panel.
The Windows startup sound is that familiar chime that plays as your PC boots up, before you even get to the login screen. Some people love hearing it, while others prefer a silent startup, especially in shared spaces.
This simple trick lets you control that audio cue easily. You’ll find the option to toggle the “Play Windows Startup sound” directly in your Windows 11 settings.
Open Settings, go to System, then Sound, and click More sound settings. In the Sounds tab, uncheck “Play Windows Startup sound” and click OK. This will disable the startup chime.
Turn Off Windows Startup Sound Using Settings
You can easily turn off the Windows 11 startup sound using the Settings app, and it’s the simplest and safest way to do it.
What happens when done? Your PC will start quietly without the Windows startup sound playing.
Follow these easy steps to disable the startup sound:
- Open Windows Settings. Click the Start menu (the Windows icon in the bottom-left corner), then click Settings. Or, press Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings quickly.
- In Settings, click on System on the left side.
- Then, click Sound on the right.
Windows Sound tile in Windows Settings app - Scroll down and click More sound settings at the bottom.
More sound settings link - A new window will open. Click the Sounds tab at the top.
- Find the box that says Play Windows Startup sound and uncheck it.
Disable startup sound checkbox - Click OK to save your changes.
Now, your PC will start quietly without the Windows startup sound!
Turn Off Windows Startup Sound Using Registry Editor (Advanced)
If you’re comfortable with advanced settings, you can also turn off the Windows 11 startup sound by editing the Registry.
What happens when done? Your startup sound will be disabled and stay off even after updates.
⚠️ Note: This method is advanced. Only try it if you feel comfortable. Making wrong changes in the Registry can cause problems. Always be careful.
- Click the Search icon (magnifying glass) on the taskbar, type
regedit, and press Enter.
regedit in windows 11 - ⚠️ ADMIN PRIVILEGES REQUIRED: If a warning pops up, click Yes to continue.
- In the Registry Editor window, use the left side panel to go to this folder path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Authentication\LogonUI\BootAnimation - On the right side, find DisableStartupSound and double-click it.
windows 11 disable sound registry - Change the number in the box to 1 to turn off the startup sound. (Setting it to 0 will turn it back on.)
windows 11 disable registry sound - Click OK and close the Registry Editor.
Important: Always be careful when editing the registry. It’s a good idea to back up your registry before making changes.
Summary
Turning off the Windows 11 startup sound is straightforward, with the Settings app being the easiest and safest method for most users.
The easiest way is using the Settings app. This method is safe and simple for everyone.
If you like, you can also use the Registry Editor method. But only try it if you feel comfortable with advanced settings.
Once turned off, your PC will start quietly without the startup sound.
Enjoy a quieter start to your Windows 11 computer!
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