How to disable annoying UAC (User Action Control) popup that says "Yes" or "No" in Windows 10 and Windows 11 [Updated]

Everyone hates pop-up messages on computer as its bit annoying—especially when they ask if you want to allow changes—Damn! i know im making those changes!. Can understand the frustration level! These messages come from something called User Account Control (UAC). While UAC is there to help keep your computer safe, many people want to turn it off to stop the interruptions if you are from the same. Then this guide will show you in simple terms how to turn off UAC pop-ups in Windows 10 and Windows 11. or in other words "How to disable UAC pop-ups in Windows 10 and Windows 11". Dont worry even if your not very familiar with computers. I tried to include as basic as possible!

What is UAC?

Before we talk about how to turn it off, let’s quickly explain what UAC is. UAC stands for User Account Control. It's a security feature in Windows that helps prevent harmful software from changing your computer without your permission. When you try to install a new program or make a change, UAC shows a pop-up asking if you allow it. This can be useful, but it can also be annoying, especially if you're doing everyday tasks. You now got some basic understanding! now let's see

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How to Turn Off UAC Pop-ups in Windows 10

Method 1: Using Control Panel

1. Open Control Panel:

   • First, click on the Start button (the Windows logo) in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
   • Type Control Panel in the search box and select it from the list.

2. Go to User Accounts:

   • In the Control Panel, find and click on User Accounts.

3. Change UAC Settings:

   • Click on Change User Account Control settings.

4. Adjust the Slider:

   • A window will pop up with a slider. You’ll see options from "Always notify" to "Never notify." Drag the slider all the way down to the bottom option, which says "Never notify."

5. Confirm Your Changes:

   • Click OK to save your settings. You might need to enter your password if you're the administrator.

6. Restart Your Computer:

   • Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Method 2: Using Registry Editor (For Advanced Users)

This method is a bit more complicated and is usually not needed for basic users. Only proceed with this if you are comfortable with technical terms. It’s often best to stick to the Control Panel method.

1. Open Registry Editor: Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.

2. Navigate to the UAC Key: Go to:

3. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System

4. Modify the Value: Change the value of EnableLUA to 0.

5. Restart Your Computer: Don’t forget to restart your PC after making changes.

How to Turn Off UAC Pop-ups in Windows 11

Turning off UAC in Windows 11 is similar to Windows 10, though the steps may be slightly different.

Method 1: Using the Settings App if you are using different version

1. Open Settings:

   • Click the Start button and then choose Settings (it looks like a gear icon).

2. Go to Accounts:

   • In the Settings menu, look for Accounts and click on it.

3. Manage User Settings:

   • Currently, Windows 11 does not allow you to change UAC settings directly from here, so we will use the Control Panel.

Method 2: Using Control Panel

1. Open Control Panel:

   • Again, click the Start button, type Control Panel in the search box, and press Enter.

2. User Accounts:

   • Click on User Accounts and then select Change User Account Control settings.

3. Adjust the Slider:

   • Drag the slider down to Never notify and click OK.

4. Restart Your Computer:

• Remember to restart your computer to apply these changes.

Here is an old video i made on this, which still works if you are using older version. I will update when i have time.

Hope it is helpful.