How to Disable Recommendations in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

Windows 11 is filled with a set of elements to make it look beautiful and fresh. That said, it is designed for productivity and a great user experience. Now, to some users, the constant recommendations, tips, and the flow of notifications can be pretty distracting and might even slow down your computer. So, to make your Windows 11 experience smoother and more focused, follow these easy steps to reduce or stop them if you want.

1. Personalization Settings

1. Open Settings:
   • Click on the Start menu and select Settings.
2. Go to Personalization:
   • Choose Personalization from the list.
3. Click on Start:
   • Select the Start option.
4. Adjust Layout and Recommendations:
   • Under Layout, select Default.
   • Turn off the following options:
     1. Show recently added apps
     2. Show most used apps
     3. Show recently added items in Jump Lists
     4. Show recommendations for tips, shortcuts, news, and more
5. Turn Off Device Usage Recommendations:
   • Still under Personalization, select Device Usage.
   • Turn off all the options here to stop additional recommendations.

2. Personalization and Suggestions

1. Open Settings:
   • Click on the Start menu and choose Settings.
2. Go to Privacy & Security:
   • Click on Privacy & Security.
3. Select General:
   • Choose General under the Privacy & Security section.
4. Turn Off Personalization and Suggestions:
   • Let apps show me personalized ads by using my advertising ID.
   • Let websites show me locally relevant content by accessing my language list.
   • Let Windows improve Start and search results by tracking app launches.
   • Show me suggested content in the Settings app.

3. Diagnostics & Feedback

1. Open Settings:
   • Click on the Start menu and select Settings.
2. Go to Privacy & Security:
   • Click on Privacy & Security.
3. Select Diagnostics & Feedback:
   • Choose Diagnostics & Feedback from the list.
4. Turn Off Diagnostic Data:
   • Send optional diagnostic data.
   • Send optional inking and typing diagnostic data to Microsoft.
5. Turn Off Tailored Experiences:
   • Let Microsoft use your diagnostic data for personalized tips, ads, and recommendations.

Turning off tips and recommendations in Windows 11 creates a much more focused and less distracted experience. You will cut down on the amount of interruptions, and with those few settings in place, you can have your system work for you instead of against you, from what will show in the Start menu to privacy options and diagnostic settings—easy changes that can help you customize a workspace for greater efficiency. These steps will provide you with an easier and more personalized Windows 11 experience.

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