How to Stop Discord from launching at Startup in Windows 10 and 11
Hello there! If you are a Discord user and you find it a bit bothersome that Discord launches automatically at startup every time you start your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC, no worries! In this blog post, I will walk you through the simple steps to stop Discord from launching at Startup in Windows.
The question is Why Stop Discord From Launching at Windows Startup?
There could be several reasons why you might want to stop Discord from launching at startup in Windows. Some of the most common reasons are:
- Performance: Discord is a resource-intensive application and having it launch automatically on startup can slow down your PC performance, especially if you have a lower-end system. By disabling most of the Windows startup applications, you can speed up your PC.
- Privacy: If you share your computer with others, you may not want Discord to automatically launch and reveal your online status or conversations to others who might use your computer.
- Battery life: If you are using a laptop or other portable device, having Discord launch automatically can drain your battery more quickly, which can be a problem if you’re using your device on the go.
How to Stop Discord from Launching at Startup in Windows 10
Follow the steps below to stop Discord from opening on Startup:
- Open Discord on your computer by clicking on the Start button and then type Discord.
- Click on the User Settings icon located in the bottom-left corner of the Discord window.
- Click on the Windows Settings option in the left-hand menu.
- Toggle the Open Discord switch to the off position to disable stop opening on startup. If you want to re-enable the startup option, simply switch on the option. That’s it
Another method to stop Discord from opening on Startup on Windows is using Task Manager, here is how to do that.
- Open Task Manager using Run Command by pressing the Windows key + R keys from your keyboard then type taskmgr and click on the OK button or press the enter button. Another easiest method to open Task Manager is to press CTRL + Shift + ESC from your keyboard.
- Click on the Startup tab in the Task Manager window where You will see a list of all the apps that are configured to start automatically when you turn on your PC.
- The Status column indicates whether an app is enabled or disabled at startup. To disable Discord, right-click on it and select Disable.
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