OneDrive is a cloud storage service integrated by default in the Windows 10 operating system, which helps us to easily save files in the cloud and synchronize them between different devices. OneDrive also provides multiple versions of office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as functions such as Outlook mailbox and calendar. However, some users may not want to use OneDrive, or want to save system resources, so they need to turn off OneDrive boot auto-start. This article will introduce three ways to turn off OneDrive boot auto-start, which are unlinking OneDrive, Hiding OneDrive, and Uninstalling OneDrive.
Unlinking OneDrive is the easiest way to do it, it doesn't delete OneDrive folders or files, it doesn't cancel OneDrive subscriptions, it just temporarily stops OneDrive from syncing on your computer. The steps to unlink OneDrive are as follows:
macOS computers
Click the OneDrive Cloud icon in the menu bar, click the three dots to open the menu, and then select Preferences.
Go to the Account tab.
Click Unlink this PC.
Windows PC
Open OneDrive settings (Select the OneDrive cloud icon in the notification area, then select the OneDrive help and settings icon, and then select Settings.)
Go to the Account tab.
Click Unlink this PC.
Hiding OneDrive is another way to make OneDrive invisible in the system, but it won't affect the operation and synchronization of OneDrive. The steps to hide OneDrive are as follows:
macOS computers
Open the terminal, enter the following command, and press Enter:
chflags hidden ~/onedrive
If you want to redisplay your OneDrive, you can enter the following command and press Enter
chflags nohidden ~/onedrive
Windows PC
Open File Explorer and select This PC.
In Folder Options, select the View tab.
In Advanced settings, uncheck Show hidden files, folders, and drives and then click OK.
Uninstalling OneDrive is the most thorough way to do it, and it completely removes OneDrive's programs and files, but it doesn't affect the files on OneDrive**. The steps to uninstall OneDrive are as follows:
macOS computers
In the Finder, open the Applications folder.
Drag and drop the OneDrive icon into the Trash.
In the Finder menu, select Go to and then select Go to Folder.
Enter the following path and press enter: Library Containers
Replace "commicrosoft.OneDrive-Mac" folder into the Trash.
Windows PC
In the Start menu, select Settings and then select Apps.
In Apps and features, find Microsoft OneDrive and click Uninstall.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
This article describes three ways to turn off OneDrive boot auto-start, which are unlinking OneDrive, Hiding OneDrive, and Uninstalling OneDrive. These methods can be selected according to the user's needs and preferences, but it is important to note that turning off OneDrive boot may affect the synchronization and functionality of OneDrive, as well as other OneDrive-related apps and services. Therefore, it is recommended that you back up your important files in OneDrive before turning off the auto-boot of OneDrive to avoid data loss or damage.