Steps to Stop Apps From Pinning Themselves on Startup to the Taskbar

Sometimes, when you start your computer, certain apps may pin themselves to the taskbar without your permission. This can be frustrating, especially if you have to unpin them every time you use your computer. In this article, we will provide some facts about this issue, steps to solve it, and some related questions and their answers.

Facts

Installed applications on Windows may run on Windows startup and pin themselves on the Windows taskbar. These applications overwrite system settings, so even if you remove them from the taskbar, they would pin themselves again when the PC is restarted. Though pinned applications on the taskbar are easy to access, if they are in bulk, they may slow down the PC boot time, influence battery life, and generally affect the execution framework. Sometimes, it is also annoying to see multiple applications keep pinning themselves on your taskbar that sabotages your home interface.

Steps to stop apps from pinning themselves on startup to the taskbar

Here are some steps to stop apps from pinning themselves on startup to the taskbar:

  1. Disable startup apps. Having a lot of apps starting up when you boot your computer slows down the process. You can disable some of them to improve startup speed. Right-click on an empty area on the taskbar and select Task Manager. When Task Manager comes up, click the Startup tab, and look through the list of programs and apps that are enabled to run during startup. Then to stop them from running, either highlight the app and click the Disable button or right-click on one and select Disable from the menu.
  2. Use the Local Group Policy Editor or the Registry Editor. To prevent others from pinning apps to the taskbar, you can use either the Local Group Policy Editor or the Registry Editor. Using the Local Group Policy Editor (LGPE), you can block access to the mouse pointer settings and other tools. The Registry Editor can help you remove code lines from the file, specifically for applications that pin themselves automatically to the taskbar.
  3. Use third-party software. You can use third-party software such as TaskbarX or 7+ Taskbar Tweaker to customize the taskbar and prevent apps from pinning themselves on startup.

Related questions and answers

Q. Why do apps keep pinning themselves on startup to the taskbar?

A. Installed applications on Windows may run on Windows startup and pin themselves on the Windows taskbar. These applications overwrite system settings, so even if you remove them from the taskbar, they would pin themselves again when the PC is restarted.

Q. How can I disable startup apps?

A. You can disable startup apps by right-clicking on an empty area on the taskbar and selecting Task Manager. When Task Manager comes up, click the Startup tab, and look through the list of programs and apps that are enabled to run during startup. Then to stop them from running, either highlight the app and click the Disable button or right-click on one and select Disable from the menu.

Q. Can I use third-party software to prevent apps from pinning themselves on startup?

A. Yes, you can use third-party software such as TaskbarX or 7+ Taskbar Tweaker to customize the taskbar and prevent apps from pinning themselves on startup.

Conclusion

Sometimes, when you start your computer, certain apps may pin themselves to the taskbar without your permission. By following the steps mentioned above, you can easily stop apps from pinning themselves on startup to the taskbar and ensure that your computer runs smoothly. Additionally, you can prevent these issues by ensuring that your system is up-to-date with the latest security patches and bug fixes. By taking these steps, you can ensure that your system is secure and up-to-date.