Windows 11 Start Menu Ads: How to Turn Them Off for a Cleaner Experience
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Windows 11 Start Menu Ads: How to Turn Them Off for a Cleaner Experience
Windows 11 Start Menu Ads: How to Turn Them Off for a Cleaner Experience – Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update brings an unexpected addition to the Start menu: ads. As part of the rollout reaching all users this week, these ads appear in the recommended section, promoting Microsoft Store apps. While Microsoft touts them as a discovery tool, many users may find them intrusive. Fortunately, disabling these ads is a straightforward process.
The introduction of personalized ads comes with the Windows KB5036980 update, following a testing phase reported earlier this month. Now, users are encountering these ads in the Start menu’s recommended section, mingling with recently used files and apps. However, distinguishing between promoted and installed apps isn’t immediately clear, except for subtle differences in presentation.
For users seeking an ad-free Start menu experience, Microsoft offers a simple solution. By following a few steps in the Settings app, users can disable these ads and restore the Start menu to its pristine state. Here’s how:
- Open the Start menu.
- Navigate to the Settings app.
- Select Personalization.
- Click on Start within the Personalization menu.
- Locate the ‘Show recommendations for tips, app promotions, and more’ option.
- Toggle off the switch.
- Ads should now be disabled.
With this straightforward process, users can reclaim control over their Start menu and enjoy a clutter-free interface.
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