microsoft one drive sync service starting automatically but disabled

Heimlich 0 Reputation points
2026-06-30T15:40:43.27+00:00

I've disabled microsoft one drive sync service in the Startup. Every day or so I see this process start. How do I keep it from starting automatically? One drive is also disabled.

Does anyone know where this is starting from so I can disable it?

Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | Other | Windows

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  1. SD - IA 183.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-07-01T14:19:16.91+00:00

    Thank you. In that case, maybe OneDrive Email support can provide you with a better answer if they have a workaround for this ongoing problem.

    https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=528676

    Open Onedrive in one Tab, and then use this link.

    I hope this information helps. If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to reach out.

    Otherwise, if your problem is resolved, please take a moment to rate the answer. Wishing you good luck!

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  2. SD - IA 183.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-06-30T16:43:50.4+00:00

    Thank you for clarifying. This is a startup app, and I was able to reproduce the issue. I think it automatically turns back on if you have linked your account since it is coupled with Windows.

    Is there a reason why you aren't removing Onedrive if you don't use it?

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  3. SD - IA 183.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-06-30T16:18:37.51+00:00

    Hi,

    Microsoft OneDrive does not have any scheduled task, so it is a bit strange.

    If you do not use it, why do you not delete it completely?

    Additionally, digging a bit more reveals that there is no OneDrive sync service registered in Windows. Mind sharing a screenshot of it, and the path from where it is executed using the Properties?

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    I’m eager to hear back and work together to find a solution.

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