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https://github.com/Carlmundo/W10-Cleanser

Remove advertising, disable data collection, annoying notifications, default apps and more. Ideal for fresh installs of Windows 10 and those looking to purify their current installation.
https://github.com/Carlmundo/W10-Cleanser

batch-script cleanup powershell-script registry-scripts utility windows-10

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Remove advertising, disable data collection, annoying notifications, default apps and more. Ideal for fresh installs of Windows 10 and those looking to purify their current installation.

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Windows 10 Cleanser



Remove advertising, disable data collection, annoying notifications, default apps and more. Ideal for fresh installs of Windows 10 and those looking to purify their current installation.



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Once downloaded, extract the zip file and run the "Start" file to automatically cleanse.


Disables the following:



  • Tracking services

  • Promotional and unwanted apps that are installed without consent

  • Suggested apps in the Start Menu

  • Advertising in File Explorer

  • Telemetry data collection

  • Advertising ID used to show relevant adverts

  • Cortana and her data collection

  • Bing search in Start Menu

  • Notifications of Windows tips, tricks and suggestions

  • Windows Experience popup that appears after updates and from time to time

  • Notifications asking for Windows feedback

  • Windows Defender's automatic sample submission

  • Location services


Other changes made:



  • Windows Update will now only use peer to peer connections on the local network