The latest Windows 11 update, KB5036980, introduces ‘recommendations’ for Microsoft Store apps that appear in the Start Menu. While this feature is being widely distributed to users, it is possible to disable these ads with a simple setting. This process is straightforward and can be completed during the initial setup of the OS or at any time afterward. The update is currently optional but is expected to roll out to all Windows 11 PCs over time. Fortunately, users do not need to resort to registry edits to remove these ads.
