How to Stop Epic Games Launcher from Running in the Background

Learn to disable Epic Games Launcher background processes for better performance.

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To stop Epic Games Launcher from running in the background, follow these steps: 1. Open the Epic Games Launcher. 2. Click on your profile icon in the bottom-left corner. 3. Navigate to ‘Settings’. 4. Scroll down to ‘Minimize to System Tray’ and uncheck it. 5. Disable ‘Run When My Computer Starts’ to prevent auto-launch. These steps ensure the launcher doesn’t consume resources unnecessarily.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why is Epic Games Launcher running in the background? Epic Games Launcher often runs in the background to allow quick access to games and update services.
  2. How can I stop background applications on my PC? You can stop background applications through the task manager, or by adjusting the settings of each application.
  3. Will stopping Epic Games Launcher affect my games? Stopping Epic Games Launcher from running in the background won't affect your games, but may delay updates and launch times.
  4. How do I manage startup programs on Windows? You can manage startup programs by going to Task Manager, navigating to the Startup tab, and disabling unwanted applications.

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