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How to get OneDrive to stop popping up on Windows 10 [Fixed]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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OneDrive is Microsoft’s cloud storage service that’s integrated with Windows. Thus, there’s already a OneDrive folder in the File Explorer and the cloud storage is enabled by default for some users.
Consequently, a Setup OneDrive dialog window might keep popping up for some Windows users even if they don’t require cloud storage.
How do I get OneDrive to stop popping up?
1. Try a different storage platform
If OneDrive keeps acting erratically, consider switching to a different cloud-based storage platform that allows you to store, sync, share, and access your files from just about anywhere.
There are many cloud-based services available that are just as reliable and secure as Onedrive.
Some of thebest cloud storage apps for Windowsoffer free plans or at least free trials, so you can try out a few if you are not sure which one will be the best replacement.
The good news is that these apps are generally pretty easy to use and you won’t need much time to adjust to a new system, they are similar to each other when it comes to user interface and controls.
Just make sure that the service you decide to use offers enough storage space for you and that it has good security and encryption features.
If you plan to use your cloud-based platform for work, look for a service that has built-in collaboration features.
2. Remove OneDrive from Windows startup
First, check if the Windows startup includes OneDrive. If so, you candisable it from there, which will probably ensure the Setup OneDrive window doesn’t pop up again.
You can remove Microsoft OneDrive from the Windows startup software as follows.
3. Uninstall OneDrive in Windows 8 and earlier (but not 10)
If OneDrive isn’t listed on the Start-up or Services tabs, you can remove it from Windows directly. However, you can’t uninstall OneDrive via the Programs and Features window.
Instead, you can switch off OneDrive via the registry as follows.Note that this registry edit doesn’t work in Windows 10.
4. Uninstall OneDrive in Windows 10
Now that you’ve effectively removed OneDrive from the startup programs or Windows, the cloud storage’s dialog window will not pop up again.
Remember that it might not be that easy to restore OneDrive in Windows, so only remove it with Command Prompt if you’re sure you’ll never need it.
There you go, these are a few tested fixes to help prevent the OneDrive dialog window from popping up. Do you know of any other workarounds?
Feel free to share your experience with us by reaching for the comments section below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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