{
  "id": 14685409,
  "title": "New Tiny11 Builder makes it easier than ever to declutter Windows 11",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/new-tiny11-builder-makes-it-easier-than-ever-to-declutter-windows-11",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-15T11:25:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/fed-up-of-windows-11-bloat-new-tiny11-builder-makes-it-easier-than-ever-to-declutter-microsofts-os"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A new version of Tiny11 Builder has been released, featuring a completely redesigned interface and improved functionality. The developer, NTDEV, has revamped the tool to make it easier and faster to create a slimmed-down version of Windows 11. This is achieved by removing unnecessary bloat while retaining essential features like Windows Update and Microsoft Defender.\n\nPreviously, the Builder tool utilized a more rudimentary setup process involving PowerShell scripts. However, the updated version presents users with a modern WinUI 3 desktop app, offering a more user-friendly experience. The new Builder boasts enhanced reliability with features such as auto-resume, custom configurations, and optimized performance for faster processing.\n\nMaking a custom installation of Windows 11 is now less daunting for users who may not be as technically proficient. The process removes Microsoft's excess baggage while preserving the core components of the OS, including Windows Update and Microsoft Defender. However, there are limitations to consider. Custom builds are not officially supported by Microsoft, and the default Tiny11 configuration is quite aggressive in its removal of features, potentially excluding elements users rely on.\n\nThe Core version of Tiny11 is particularly aggressive, stripping out significant components such as feature updates and the recovery environment. NTDEV advises against using the Core install, recommending it for testing in virtual machines only. A valid Windows license is still required for a Tiny11 installation.\n\nWhile Tiny11 can install Windows 11 on older PCs that don't meet the official system requirements, the developer does not guarantee flawless operation. Local-account and hardware-check settings are best-effort, not guaranteed. Users can also create a local account installation in theory, but this bypass is not guaranteed. It's important to note that third-party software like Tiny11 comes with inherent risks.",
  "summary": "Tiny11 can cut Windows 11 right back so it runs on older PCs, and a new redesigned version looks nifty.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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      {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/is-a-new-199-hp-walmart-exclusive-laptop-any-good-no-but-a-free-1",
        "published": "2026-10-15T11:15:28.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}