ControlUWP is a free, open-source configuration utility designed for Windows 10 and 11 to give users centralized control over hidden operating system settings. Created by developer Builtbybel (Zhengzhouhao on GitHub), it packages system customization, privacy tweaks, and debloating features into a single, unified interface.
The tool was created as an alternative concept to the native Windows Settings app, which many users find difficult to navigate or too restrictive. Key Features
PowerShell Automation: The entire application runs on a modular framework of PowerShell scripts, allowing users to execute tasks in bulk or customize the script mappings to target specific configurations.
System Debloating: It allows users to forcibly remove pre-installed Windows bloatware, telemetry tools, and temporary system data that cannot normally be deleted through basic settings.
Privacy Controls: Users can completely disable native app permissions, web browser tracking, Cortana background processes, and Xbox Game Bar capabilities.
Native Redirection: The tool features quick Universal Resource Identifier (URI) links that directly open deeply buried, native Windows administrative panels. Interface and Design
ControlUWP utilizes a clean, three-column layout shared by the developer’s other popular privacy utilities like Privatezilla and Bloatbox.
Left Column: Displays the main system categories (e.g., Network, Privacy, Apps).
Middle Column: Displays individual settings and scripts belonging to the selected category.
Right Column: Provides context descriptions and simple toggles to enable or disable the selected item. Usage and Security Note
Because it modifies deep registry entries and system files, the app does not require a traditional installation but must be run with administrative privileges (elevated rights) to function. It is highly recommended to create a system restore point before using utilities like ControlUWP to mass-apply system changes. Zhengzhouhao/control-uwp: Control Windows 10 Settings
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