WinTidy Debloat Script

Windows performance optimization tool that removes bloatware and maximizes gaming performance.

Quick Install

Run this command in PowerShell (as Administrator):

irm https://github.com/sharp4real/wintidy/releases/download/v1.1/WinTidy.ps1 | iex

Or download manually from Releases.

Features

Bloatware Removal

• Removes 30+ default Windows apps
• Uninstalls Edge, OneDrive, Cortana
• Removes Xbox apps, Skype, Teams
• Cleans up Windows Store bloat

Gaming Optimizations

• Disables Game DVR
• Enables Game Mode
• Maximizes GPU priority
• Optimizes CPU scheduling for games
• Sets High Performance power plan

Performance Tweaks

• Disables 15+ unnecessary background services
• Disables Windows Search indexing
• Disables memory compression
• Disables prefetch/superfetch
• Optimizes paging file settings

Network Optimization

• Enables TCP/IP chimney offload
• Disables Nagle's algorithm
• Optimizes network stack for gaming
• Reduces network latency

Privacy & Telemetry

• Disables all Windows telemetry
• Disables Cortana
• Disables activity tracking
• Disables advertising ID
• Removes telemetry scheduled tasks

Security Note

• Disables Windows Defender real-time protection
• Install third-party antivirus after running

Safety Features

• ✅ Automatic system restore point creation
• ✅ Registry backup before modifications
• ✅ Registry validation to prevent corruption
• ✅ Detailed logging to file
• ✅ Two-step confirmation process
• ✅ Revert functionality included

Requirements

• Windows 10 or Windows 11
• Administrator privileges
• PowerShell 5.1 or higher
• Active internet connection (for one-liner install)

Usage

Method 1: One-Liner (Recommended)

1. Right-click Start Menu → Windows PowerShell (Admin)
2. Paste the install command
3. Press Enter
4. GUI will open automatically

Method 2: Manual Download

1. Download WinTidy.ps1 from Releases

2. Right-click the file → Run with PowerShell

3. Or open PowerShell as Admin and run:

   powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "C:\path\to\WinTidy.ps1"

Using the GUI

1. Close all applications before starting
2. Click "APPLY TWEAKS"
3. Read and accept the disclaimer
4. Confirm you accept responsibility
5. Wait for optimization to complete (5-10 minutes)
6. Restart your computer

Reverting Changes

1. Open WinTidy
2. Click "REVERT TWEAKS"
3. Restart your computer

Note: Removed applications cannot be automatically reinstalled. You must reinstall them manually from Microsoft Store.

Expected Performance Gains

• Lower background CPU usage
• Reduced RAM consumption
• Improved frame consistency in games
• Lower system latency
• Faster boot times
• Reduced disk activity

What Gets Modified

Removed Applications

• Microsoft Edge
• OneDrive
• Cortana
• Xbox (Game Bar, Game Overlay, etc.)
• Skype
• Teams
• Your Phone
• 3D Viewer, Paint 3D
• Weather, News, Maps
• Solitaire Collection
• And 20+ more

Disabled Services

• DiagTrack (telemetry)
• Windows Search
• Xbox services
• Remote Registry
• Retail Demo
• And 10+ more

Registry Modifications

• Game DVR disabled
• Game Mode enabled
• GPU priority maximized
• Network stack optimized
• Telemetry disabled
• Activity tracking disabled

Logs and Backups

All backups and logs are stored in:

%TEMP%\WinTidy_Backup_[timestamp]\

Contains:

• Registry backups (.xml files)
• Full optimization log (optimization.log)

Troubleshooting

Script won't run

Set-ExecutionPolicy -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -Scope Process

Need to restore system

Use Windows System Restore:

1. Search "Create a restore point"
2. Click "System Restore"
3. Select "WinTidy_Before_Optimization"

Want to reinstall removed apps

Open Microsoft Store and search for the app, or use:

Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | Where-Object {$_.Name -like "*AppName*"} | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Important Warnings

⚠️ READ BEFORE RUNNING:

• Backup your important data first
• Close all running applications
• This makes permanent changes to Windows
• Some features will be disabled permanently
• Windows Update may reinstall some components
• You must install third-party antivirus
• You assume full responsibility for any issues

Compatibility

✅ Windows 10 (all versions) ✅ Windows 11 (all versions) ❌ Windows Server (not tested) ❌ Windows 8.1 or older (not supported)

FAQ

Q: Will this break Windows? A: No, but it disables many features. A restore point is created automatically.

Q: Can I undo the changes? A: Most changes can be reverted with the "REVERT TWEAKS" button. Removed apps must be reinstalled manually.

Q: Is this safe? A: Yes, but you assume all responsibility. Always backup first.

Q: Will Windows Update undo these changes? A: Some changes may be reverted by major Windows updates. Some apps may reinstall.

Q: Why disable Windows Defender? A: Performance gain. Install alternative antivirus like Malwarebytes, Bitdefender, or Kaspersky.

Q: How much FPS gain? A: Varies by system. Expect improved frame consistency and reduced stuttering rather than raw FPS increase.

License

MIT License - See LICENSE file for details.

Disclaimer

This tool modifies Windows system settings and removes components. It is provided "as-is" without warranty. The developer is not responsible for any damage, data loss, or system instability. Use at your own risk. Always backup your data before running system modification tools.

Credits

Made by Sharp4Real GitHub: @sharp4real

Remember: Always backup your data before running system optimization tools.