iTuneshelper keeps running at startup and in the background even when you aren’t using iTunes? Are you wondering what this program does and whether it impacts your computer in any way? Is it safe to remove it? If you have any of these concerns, I’ll makes things easier for you in this article.
What is iTunes Helper?
iTunesHelper is a program developed by Apple that enables iTunes to start automatically whenever you connect your iPhone, iPod, or iPad to your computer.
iTunes comes with an option to enable an automatic start whenever an Apple device is connected. If this option is checked, then iTunes Helper will handle the automatic opening of iTunes.
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Do your really need iTunes Helper?
You don’t need this program in order to view your iOS device on iTunes. The difference is, when this program isn’t working, you will have to turn on iTunes by clicking on it after connecting your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.
However, when iTuneshelper is running, this procedure will occur automatically. The question is what difference it actually makes to have it open your iTunes automatically.
If you feel like this program is a bother or hinders the performance of your computer, then you can eliminate it. However, if you are just curious but haven’t had any negative performance issues caused by this program then there is no need to remove it.
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Does iTunesHelper need to run at startup?
iTunes Helper doesn’t need to run at startup on your Windows computer. However, it is a small program that doesn’t have a huge impact on your PCs performance. If your computer has limited space and you are looking to save space, then there is no impact in removing iTunesHelper from the list of startup programs.
How to remove iTunes Helper from Windows Startup programs?
- On your Windows 7, 8, or 10 computer, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc simultaneously to open the task manager
- Go to the Startup tab
- Select iTunesHelper
- Click on disable on the lower right side of the window
- Close your task manager
How to remove iTunes Helper from Mac?
- Open System Preferences
- Go to Accounts
- Under Login Items, find and remove iTuneshelper
The next time you restart your computer, iTunesHelper won’t start automatically. However, when you open iTunes, the program will resume working.
You don’t need iTuneshelper to run at startup, however, it doesn’t make much of a difference to remove it in most cases. If you feel the program is causing your computer to freeze, launching iTunes unnecessarily, or hindering the performance of other programs, then use the methods above to disable it. This should resolve any problem it might be causing.
Alex is an IT technician who shares his experiences with Apple devices occasionally. He has a collection of Apple devices (from iPhone 4) and has recently started trying out Android.
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