- by x32x01 ||
If your Windows startup is slow, you’re not alone
. The good news? You can speed it up in just a few minutes without installing risky tools. Below are simple, proven steps that actually work and are safe for your system.
This is the number one reason Windows starts slowly.
This step alone can reduce boot time by 50% or more.
Fast Startup helps Windows load faster after shutdown.
Instant improvement on most PCs.
Some third-party services run in the background and slow everything down.
Tip: If you don’t recognize a service, Google it first.
Low disk space = slow startup.
Simple but very effective.
If your PC still feels slow:
Don’t fall for these
:
Fewer startup apps = faster Windows
Keep startup clean, services light, and storage healthy - your PC will thank you
Disable Startup Apps (Biggest Speed Boost)
This is the number one reason Windows starts slowly.Steps:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc
- Open the Startup tab
- Disable apps you don’t really need at boot
- Adobe services
- Skype
- OneDrive
- Auto updaters
Turn On Fast Startup (Hidden Feature)
Fast Startup helps Windows load faster after shutdown.Steps:
- Press Win + R
- Type:
powercfg.cpl
- Click Choose what the power buttons do
- Click Change settings currently unavailable
- Enable Turn on fast startup
- Click Save changes
Disable Heavy Background Services
Some third-party services run in the background and slow everything down.Steps:
- Press Win + R
- Type:
msconfig
- Go to the Services tab
- Check Hide all Microsoft services
- Disable heavy third-party services
- Click Apply → Restart
Free Disk Space (Quick Cleanup)
Low disk space = slow startup.Steps:
- Press Win + R
- Type:
cleanmgr
- Select drive C:
- Delete Temporary files and unused data
Instant Boost: Use an SSD (Optional but Powerful)
If your PC still feels slow:- HDD → very slow boot

- SSD → boot in 5–10 seconds

What You Should Avoid
Don’t fall for these - Startup booster apps
- Registry cleaners
- Cracked Windows tools
Golden Rule for Fast Windows
Keep startup clean, services light, and storage healthy - your PC will thank you