To prevent Dev Home from being automatically installed on Windows 11, open Registry Editor, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\Orchestrator\UScheduler_Oobe, right-click the DevHomeUpdate key, and delete it. Once that key is removed, Windows Update will no longer force-install Dev Home on your PC.
Quick Steps:
- Press Windows + R, type
regedit, and press Enter to open Registry Editor - Navigate to
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\Orchestrator\UScheduler_Oobe - Right-click the
DevHomeUpdatekey and click Delete - Click Yes to confirm the deletion
- Close Registry Editor and restart your PC
Why Does Windows 11 Install Dev Home Without Permission?
Dev Home is a developer-focused app that Microsoft started pushing through Windows Update as a force-installed package. That means it can show up on your PC after an update, even if you never asked for it and never use it. It’s meant for developers setting up coding environments, so most everyday users have no need for it.
The way Windows Update knows to install it is through a registry key under the UScheduler_Oobe path. This key acts as an instruction — once it’s there, Windows Update will install the corresponding app. Deleting the key removes that instruction, so the installation never triggers.
This is the same method I’ve used to prevent the New Outlook app from being force-installed on Windows 11. Microsoft uses this pattern for several apps it pushes through updates, and the registry fix is the same each time — find the key, delete it, done.
How to Prevent Dev Home Installation on Windows 11 (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Open Registry Editor
Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog. Type regedit and press Enter. If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes to allow it to open.
Step 2: Navigate to the Correct Registry Path
In Registry Editor, navigate to the following path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\Orchestrator\UScheduler_Oobe
You can either click through each folder in the left panel one by one, or paste the path directly into the address bar at the top of Registry Editor and press Enter. I always copy and paste these paths to save time — it’s much faster than navigating manually.
Step 3: Delete the DevHomeUpdate Key
Once you’re at the UScheduler_Oobe path, look for a key called DevHomeUpdate in the left panel. Right-click on it and select Delete. A confirmation dialog will pop up — click Yes to confirm.
Step 4: Close Registry Editor and Restart
Close the Registry Editor window. Then restart your PC to make sure the change takes effect. After the restart, Windows Update will no longer have the instruction to install Dev Home.
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Common Issues & Solutions
Problem: The DevHomeUpdate key doesn’t exist
Solution: If you don’t see the key, Dev Home may have already been installed on your PC, or Windows Update already ran and removed it on its own. Check if Dev Home appears in your Start menu or Settings > Apps. If it’s already installed, you can uninstall it from there.
Problem: Dev Home gets reinstalled after a Windows update
Solution: Microsoft occasionally re-adds these registry keys during major Windows updates. If Dev Home shows up again, just repeat the steps above to delete the key again.
Problem: I can’t find the UScheduler_Oobe folder
Solution: Make sure you’re navigating to the correct path under HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, not HKEY_CURRENT_USER. The folder structure must match exactly. Try pasting the full path into the Registry Editor address bar.
FAQ
What is Dev Home on Windows 11?
Dev Home is a developer dashboard app made by Microsoft. It’s designed to help developers set up coding environments, manage GitHub repositories, and monitor system performance during development tasks. For most regular users, it’s just unnecessary bloatware that takes up space.
Is it safe to delete registry keys?
Yes, deleting the DevHomeUpdate key is safe. You’re only removing an installation instruction that Windows Update uses to push Dev Home. You’re not touching any system files or core Windows registry entries. That said, always be careful in Registry Editor and only delete keys you’re sure about.
Can I uninstall Dev Home if it’s already installed?
Yes. Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps, search for “Dev Home,” click the three-dot menu next to it, and select Uninstall. After uninstalling, follow the registry steps above to stop it from coming back.
Does this work on Windows 10?
Dev Home is a Windows 11 app, so this specific fix only applies to Windows 11. Windows 10 users don’t need to worry about Dev Home being pushed through Windows Update.
Will this stop all unwanted apps from being installed?
This fix only prevents Dev Home specifically. Microsoft uses similar registry keys to push other apps like New Outlook. Each one needs to be dealt with separately, or you can use a tool like Winhance to manage bloatware removal more broadly.
