StartUp for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffApril 24, 2026

If you're fed up with the load time of your Windows programs, then StartUp may have the answer. This small application allows you to pick and choose which programs Windows launches at start-up.

StartUp has a very basic interface with only five command buttons to choose from. The uncluttered layout makes it easy to add or edit the application you wish to control. One downside is that you'll need to know the command line for the program you want to launch. If you decide to get rid of your start-up entries, a CleanUp button makes it a one-step process. Three additional buttons allow you to refresh the registry, save the log, or get help. The Help menu contains loads of information should you find yourself stuck, though most users won't have much trouble with this intuitive program. It's unclear how much refreshing the Refresh button does, as we didn't notice any changes when we clicked it.

StartUp is a free application that doesn't require a username or password or any personal information or registration. In fact, starting up StartUp is a snap. Once it's downloaded, you just run the executable and the interface simply appears; there's no installation process to go through. If wait time is a problem for you when loading Windows programs, StartUp has a solution.

What’s new in version 0.1.1.0

Version 1.2 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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GENERAL

Release: July 6, 2010

Latest update: April 24, 2026

Version: 0.1.1.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows 98
Windows ME
Windows 98 SE

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 74,036

Downloads Last Week: 16

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User Reviews

2.4/5

15 User Votes

Thank you users
tacs411August 13, 2012
Pros
I always pass up the editors review and put more faith into what the users have to say.
Cons
One thing baffles me...Why does cnet have the users reporting 41/2 stars when there are so many Cons and not one Pro?
Summary
Makes you wonder if someone is getting kick backs.
CNet spoils it
tom.piperMay 1, 2012
Pros
None; YOU can't have it.
Cons
The fancy new cnet download tool is all you will get. When you run it, it downloads the "installation exe" for you and runs it. But for startup THERE IS NO installation. They don't tell you where it is and Windows search can't find it!
Summary
Don't bother; Bad rating is for Cnet download tool
stupidly confusing
Max_0verkillFebruary 15, 2012
Pros
it does work but does not do what you expect
Cons
interface is backwards and does not explain itself, it only deletes unchecked entries, leaving the checked entries intact should come with a warning
Summary
i will have to fix all of my startup software now due to this
Quick Simple Interface
wmhoggJuly 30, 2010
Pros
Found things that other start-up managers missed. Easy to use. No install required, just run the file.
Cons
There's nothing I don't like about this product. Does exactly what it claims to do.
Summary
quick and easy start-up manager. Does the job with minimal effort.
this is a great item to have on pc
blueragboyFebruary 7, 2010
Pros
it makes slow start up .......a thing of the past
Cons
i haven't had any probs
Summary
my computer took forever to get desk top up....but now it's there in a flash<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Feb 8, 2010<p/>this is a nice and free little unit thats really works........slow start up is over when download this
Simple, easy to use method for cleaning startup items
kurtraymondJuly 27, 2009
Pros
No install necessary, just run
Cons
The interface is confusing - not sure whether you're enabling/disabling items, and whether they'll be removed/kept.
Summary
I?m surprised it?s only averaged a 2-star rating, as I?ve found it very useful. The interface can be a little confusing, but other than that, it?s been REALLY helpful for optimizing system performance. 'Startup' does much more than 'msconfig', which only allows you to disable startup items. 'Startup' will actually remove items, including from the registry hive.
Don't Get fooled!!!
tony607June 20, 2008
Pros
Kinda nice, BUT.............
Cons
Just go to: run<p>type: msconfig<p>click on the "StartUp" tab<p>there u have it!! simple no program no downlaoding
Summary
Not what I expected,poor
npeters42November 19, 2007
Pros
Cons
Summary
good
metallica1631986June 10, 2005
Pros
Okay, this software will make your computer loading improve and faster. <p>Use it
Cons
Summary
Uhhhhhh...........................Its SUCks
May 7, 2004
Pros
Cons
Summary
No WAy ...I wasnt expeCTING THiS It doent dEtEcT New Like It SHOuld Plus You Have To Add THEm youSelF.

Developer’s Description

Improve your Windows loading time.

StartUp can improve Windows loading time as it is a small app that loads on start up and loads only the things you want loading. All you need is the commandline for the program you wish to be able to control and tell StartUp the command line and you can now choose whether to have it starting up with windows. To avoid having 2 of the same program open, you can use RegStop to stop programs from making registry entried so they start themselves when windows does.