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AutoRun Manager

Free#7 of 30 in Startup Manager Software

AutoRun Manager: A free, open-source command-line tool for backing up and managing Windows startup entries. Ranked #7 of 30 in Startup Manager Software by our editors (8.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source startup configuration backups.

8.3/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.3 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Open-source startup configuration backups
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Backs up and restores startup configuration
- Enables, disables, adds, removes, and cleans up entries
- Records actions and errors in timestamped log files
Where it doesn't
- Runs only on Windows
- Requires an administrator command prompt
- Command-line operation may not suit users seeking a graphical interface

Our verdict on AutoRun Manager

AutoRun Manager is a free, open-source Windows command-line utility for inspecting and managing programs configured to run at system startup. It is aimed at users who want direct control over startup entries, particularly those who value configuration backups and a transparent record of changes. The utility can display startup programs, add or remove entries, enable or disable them, clean up startup programs, and work with the Windows Registry. It is distributed under the MIT license by Free-Utilities-for-Windows.

Its strongest practical feature is startup configuration recovery. AutoRun Manager can back up the current startup configuration and restore it later, giving administrators a way to preserve or recover changes. It also writes actions and errors to timestamped files under the user’s Documents directory. That combination makes the tool useful for maintenance workflows where change history and rollback matter more than a visual interface. The published release is v1.1.0, and the project remains available as open-source software.

AutoRun Manager is a focused choice rather than a broad system-management suite. Operation takes place from an administrator command prompt, so it fits users comfortable with Windows administration and command-line tools. It is limited to Windows and centers on startup programs; the product description does not present broader service management or startup-delay controls. Choose it for free startup inspection, entry management, logging, and configuration backups. Users seeking a graphical startup manager or wider system-tuning features should consider a different type of utility.

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AutoRun Manager pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

AutoRun Manager fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Startup delay	Not verified
Service control	Not verified
Startup inspection	Yes
Windows support	Not verified
Portable edition	Not verified
Startup item limit	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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