Disclaimer
Last Updated: March 8, 2026
Website Disclaimer
AutoRuns (autoruns.net) is an independent, fan-made informational website dedicated to helping users learn about the AutoRuns system utility developed by Mark Russinovich at Microsoft Sysinternals. This site exists to provide guides, feature breakdowns, and download information for the software.
We are not the official website for AutoRuns. We have no affiliation with, endorsement from, or sponsorship by Microsoft Corporation or the Sysinternals team. Any use of product names, logos, or brand references on this site serves identification purposes only and does not imply any form of endorsement or partnership.
No Affiliation or Association
autoruns.net is independently operated and is NOT the official website for AutoRuns or any other Microsoft Sysinternals tool.
We do not represent, speak for, or act on behalf of Microsoft, Mark Russinovich, or the Sysinternals team in any capacity. All information about AutoRuns published here has been gathered from publicly available sources including the official Microsoft Learn documentation, community forums, and direct software testing.
For official support, feature requests, or developer inquiries, please visit the official Microsoft Sysinternals page.
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We do not host any AutoRuns software files on our servers. All download links on this website redirect to or reference the original distribution source, including:
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We make no modifications, alterations, or repackaging of AutoRuns or any related files. We cannot guarantee the continued availability or integrity of files hosted on external servers. Before installing any software, verify the download source and check file integrity against official checksums when available.
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Software versions, features, system requirements, and download links may change at any time without notice from the original developers. While we work to keep our content current, there may be periods where published information does not reflect the latest state of the software.
Limitation of Liability
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Respect for Developers
We have genuine respect for Mark Russinovich, the Microsoft Sysinternals team, and every developer whose work is referenced on this site. AutoRuns is a remarkable piece of software that has helped millions of IT professionals, system administrators, and everyday users maintain their computers.
Our goal is to help people discover and understand AutoRuns — not to undermine its creators. We encourage every user to:
- Visit the official Sysinternals page and explore other tools in the suite
- Report bugs and provide feedback through official Microsoft channels
- Respect all software license agreements and terms of use
- Share the software through legitimate means only
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