Windows 11 has a lot of features and a beautiful UI, constantly refreshing to provide the best user experience. In this blog, we will show you how to remove the annoying ads that appear in Windows 11 and turn off recommendations. The steps provided will be similar in Windows 10, so they will work for both versions. Follow the step-by-step process.
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Step 1: Open Settings
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Click on the Start menu and open Settings.
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On the left-hand side, select Personalization.
Step 2: Disable Start Menu Ads
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Under Personalization, select Start.
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In the Start settings, find the Layout option and select More Pins.
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Turn off the following options:
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Show recently added apps
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Show most used apps
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Show recommended files in Start, recent files in File Explorer, and items in Jump Lists
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Show recommendations for tips, shortcuts, new apps, and more
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Show account-related notifications
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Step 3: Disable Personalized Ads and Recommendations
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Go back to the Personalization tab and select Device Usage.
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Turn off all options to stop personalized tips, ads, and recommendations.
Step 4: Disable Privacy-Related Ads
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In Settings, go to Privacy & Security.
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Select General and turn off all options.
Step 5: Disable Ads in Taskbar and Lock Screen
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In Personalization, select Taskbar and turn off Widgets.
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In Personalization, select Lock Screen.
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Under Lock Screen Status, select None.
Step 6: Turn Off Data Sharing for Ads
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Go to Privacy & Security > Diagnostics & Feedback.
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Turn off the following options:
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Send optional diagnostic data
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Send optional inking and typing diagnostic data to Microsoft
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Let Microsoft use your diagnostic data for personalized tips, ads, and recommendation
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By turning off these options, you will get the best user experience. If you liked this blog, follow us and have a great day!
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