How To Make Microsoft Teams Not Open On Startup

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Microsoft Teams is a widely used tool for collaboration, both in professional and personal settings. However, for some users, it can be frustrating when Microsoft Teams opens automatically upon starting their computer. Luckily, there are various methods to stop Microsoft Teams from launching on startup.

Method 1: Disable Auto-Start in Microsoft Teams Settings

The easiest way to prevent Microsoft Teams from opening on startup is to disable the auto-start feature within the app itself. Here are the steps to do so:

  1. Open Microsoft Teams and click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
  2. Select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.
  3. Scroll down to the “General” section and uncheck the box next to “Automatically start the app when I log in to Windows.”
  4. Click on “Save” to apply the changes.

Method 2: Disable Auto-Start in Task Manager

If you prefer not to change any settings within Microsoft Teams, you can also disable auto-start through the Windows Task Manager. Here are the steps to do so:

  1. Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc on your keyboard to open the Task Manager.
  2. Click on the “Startup” tab and find the entry for Microsoft Teams in the list of startup items.
  3. Right-click on the entry and select “Disable.”

Method 3: Disable Auto-Start in Registry Editor

If you’re comfortable with editing the Windows registry, you can also disable auto-start for Microsoft Teams through the Registry Editor. Here are the steps to do so:

  1. Press Win+R on your keyboard and type “regedit” in the Run dialog box.
  2. Navigate to the following key in the registry: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
  3. Delete the entry for Microsoft Teams from the list of startup items.
  4. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Conclusion

In conclusion, there are several ways to prevent Microsoft Teams from opening on startup. Whether you choose to disable auto-start in Microsoft Teams settings, Task Manager, or Registry Editor, the steps outlined above should help you achieve your goal. Remember to always exercise caution when editing the Windows registry and make sure to back up any important data before making any changes.