In previous versions of the OS, the Privacy settings included a page to decide whether apps should run in the background globally or per application, but this is no longer the case on Windows 11. In this new version of the OS, you need to configure the background permissions per app individually through the Apps settings. In this guide, you will learn the steps to decide which application should keep running in the background on Windows 11.
Stop apps from running in the background on Windows 11
To prevent apps from running in the background, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the app you configured will no longer run in the background on Windows 11. Apps & features All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
