How to Stop Whatsapp from Running at Startup on Windows 10

WhatsApp is a popular messaging app used by millions of people around the world. It allows you to send text messages, make voice and video calls, and share media files with your contacts. If you're using WhatsApp on your Windows 10 PC, you may have noticed that it automatically starts up when you turn on your computer. This can be inconvenient if you don't want the app to run in the background all the time. In this article, we will show you how to stop WhatsApp from running at startup on Windows 10.

Method 1: Using the Task Manager

The Task Manager is a built-in tool in Windows 10 that allows you to manage the applications and processes running on your computer. Here's how you can use it to prevent WhatsApp from starting up automatically:

1. Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen and select "Task Manager" from the menu that appears.
2. In the Task Manager window, click on the "Startup" tab.
3. Scroll through the list of programs until you find "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop".
4. Right-click on "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop" and select "Disable" from the context menu.

That's it! WhatsApp will no longer start up automatically when you turn on your computer.

Method 2: Using the Settings App

If you prefer using the Settings app to manage your startup programs, you can follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + I on your keyboard to open the Settings app.
2. Click on "Apps" in the Settings window.
3. In the Apps & features section, click on "Startup" in the left sidebar.
4. Scroll down the list of apps until you find "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop".
5. Toggle the switch next to "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop" to the "Off" position.

Now, WhatsApp will no longer run at startup on your Windows 10 PC.

Method 3: Modifying the Registry

Warning: Modifying the Windows Registry can be risky, and it's recommended to create a backup before making any changes. If you're not comfortable with this method, we recommend using the previous two methods instead.

If you're comfortable with editing the Windows Registry, you can use this method to stop WhatsApp from running at startup:

1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type "regedit" in the Run dialog box and press Enter. This will open the Registry Editor.
3. In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
4. In the right pane, you will see a list of programs that run at startup. Look for an entry called "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop".
5. Right-click on "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp Desktop" and select "Delete" from the context menu.

After deleting the entry, WhatsApp will no longer start up automatically when you boot your computer.

Conclusion

By following one of the methods mentioned above, you can easily prevent WhatsApp from running at startup on your Windows 10 PC. Whether you prefer using the Task Manager, the Settings app, or the Registry Editor, you have multiple options to choose from. This allows you to customize your startup programs and improve the performance of your computer.