Jun 26, 2022 · You can disable Cortana in Windows 10, either forever or temporarily, if you find Microsoft's virtual assistant more annoying than useful.

Don't want to use Cortana? Here is how to completely disable Cortana on your Windows computer in simple and easy steps.

Jan 14, 2025 · Learn how to disable Cortana on Windows 10 with our easy step-by-step guide, enhancing your privacy and streamlining your system.

Oct 16, 2024 · Disabling Cortana in Windows 11 can streamline your computer experience and improve performance. Here’s a simple guide to turning off Cortana, either through the Settings, the Task …

Oct 15, 2025 · Not a fan of Microsoft's Cortana voice assistant? Here's how you can disable or uninstall Cortana on your Windows 11 PC right now.

Nov 15, 2024 · In Windows 11, Microsoft has shifted Cortana from being an integrated search assistant to just another app that's pre-installed but not active by default. If you're looking to disable or remove …

Dec 10, 2025 · Step 1: Go to Windows Settings. Step 2: Select Cortana. Step 3: Turn off all available toggles (permissions, voice activation, etc.). Step 4: Disable Cortana's access to microphone, …

Jun 6, 2025 · This wikiHow teaches you how to disable Cortana, Microsoft’s voice search assistant, in Windows 10 Home, Pro, and Professional editions.

Jul 10, 2024 · There are two ways to disable Cortana, as outlined by Windows Latest. You can either stop it from automatically opening when you boot your PC (the easier way) or remove the Cortana …

Apr 14, 2022 · Learn how to completely turn off and disable Cortana in Windows 11/10 by tweaking the Windows Registry or configuring Group Policy settings.