Windows 11 slow log in plus Task Manager on start up

Lee Relph 55 Reputation points
2025-10-30T14:58:39.04+00:00

Since the last few windows updates for Windows 11 25H2 I've experienced some annoying things:

  1. After I input my password on the log in screen, it takes about 35-40 seconds for my desktop load when it used to take about 3-5 seconds at the most. Any ideas?
  2. When it does finally start up task manager is automatically running which never happened before, and I can't find a way to stop it from doing this after very boot up. Since it is not listed as a start up app I can't disabled it via the usual methods.. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Desktop, Start, and personalization | Desktop
Answer accepted by question author
DaveM121 928.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-10-30T15:34:34.2433333+00:00

1

Open the Settings App.

Go to Accounts - Sign-In Options.

If this setting is enabled, disable it - 'Automatically save my restartable apps and restart them when i sign back in'.

Then test if that stops Task Manager starting with Windows.

2

If not, click the link below to download a small free utility that does not require installation.

https://download.sysinternals.com/files/Autoruns.zip

When the file downloads, unzip it.

Run Autoruns64 as Administrator

A

Select the 'Logon' tab at the top of Autoruns.

Please provide a screenshot of all entries on that tab.

B

Select the 'Scheduled Tasks' tab at the top of Autoruns.

Please provide a screenshot of all entries on that tab.

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    2025-10-30T14:59:03.43+00:00

    For the slow login issue after the recent updates to Windows 11, version 25H2, it may be related to various factors, including startup processes and system performance. Here are some suggestions to help improve your login time:

    1. Optimize Startup Programs: Check for any unnecessary applications that may be starting up with your system. You can do this by using the Task Manager to disable non-essential startup items. Although you mentioned Task Manager is starting automatically, you can still manage other startup applications.
    2. Investigate Boot Performance: Consider reviewing the boot performance settings and possibly removing non-essential applications from the startup path. This can help reduce the time it takes for your desktop to load after logging in.
    3. Check for Background Processes: Sometimes, background processes can slow down the login process. You can check for any services or applications that may be consuming resources during startup.

    Regarding the Task Manager starting automatically, if it is not listed as a startup application, it could be triggered by another application or service. Here are a few steps you can take:

    1. Check Task Scheduler: Open Task Scheduler and look for any tasks that may be set to run at startup that could be launching Task Manager.
    2. Review System Settings: Ensure that there are no settings or third-party applications that might be causing Task Manager to open automatically.
    3. Run a System Scan: Consider running a system scan to check for any corrupted files or issues that might be affecting your startup experience.

    If these steps do not resolve the issues, you may want to look into recent updates for potential bugs or issues that could be affecting performance.

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