How can I stop MSN Messenger running at startup in Windows 7?

The options listed for XP or Vista don't work or are not available in Windows 7. I prefer not to uninstall it completely, but if it's the only option, I'll have to. Any suggestions?

Hello richy1995,

Thanks for posting on the Microsoft answers Forum.

You can try the Windows Installer Cleanup tool. It helps with programs that are installed by using an .msi package.
It does not uninstall the program and will not remove the actual program from your computer. However, it will remove the installation files so that you can start the installation, upgrade, or uninstall on. Click here to download the utility.

Then, use the instructions below to uninstall MSN Messenger.

  • Go to the Control Panel
  • Click on Add/Remove Programs
  • Scroll down to find and then click MSN Messenger
  • Click Remove

Follow the prompts that results, and MSN Messenger are uninstalled.

If you talk about Live Messenger,
Go to add/remove programs
Click Windows Live Essentials
Click Change/Remove
You will get an option to uninstall part of windows live essentials, which includes messenger 2009.

Hope these instructions for your question.

Sincerely,

Marilyn
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