Advertisements have become ubiquitous in Windows 11, often nudging users towards actions that financially benefit Microsoft. These ads take various forms, from "Recommended" applications in the Start menu to occasional appearances in File Explorer, albeit unintentionally. Calls to action litter the lock screen and settings app, contributing to a cluttered user experience.
If you're tired of navigating through settings to manually disable these ads, there's an alternative. OFGB, a free and open-source application, simplifies the process by adjusting registry settings with just a few clicks. To begin, download the latest release from Github, choosing between a standalone version and one bundled with .NET.
Upon opening OFGB, you'll find checkboxes to disable different features, including ads in File Explorer, the lock screen, and the Settings app, as well as various tips and tracking tools. It may seem like a hassle to disable so many features for a clean operating system, but at least OFGB consolidates everything into one convenient tool. Plus, it beats the extreme measure of wiping your computer to install a pristine version of Windows 11.
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