Digital Declutter Week: Speed Up Your Devices
Nov 14, 2025โก Why Device Cleanup Matters
You’ve decluttered your desktop, inbox, files, and photos — now it’s time to give your device itself a refresh.
Slow startups, random freezes, loud fans, and low storage are usually symptoms of simple issues you can fix without replacing anything.
Today’s focus: boosting speed, freeing storage, and tightening security.
๐งน Step 1: Remove Junk Apps
Scroll through your applications list and uninstall anything you no longer use:
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Old games
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Duplicate utilities
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Trial software
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Manufacturer bloatware (PCs especially)
Less software = faster boots and fewer background processes.
๐งผ Step 2: Clean Out System Clutter
Windows:
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Run Disk Cleanup
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Empty Recycle Bin
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Clear temp files (%temp%)
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Storage Sense → turn ON
Mac:
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๏ฃฟ → System Settings → Storage → Review Files
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Remove unused applications
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Clean large files (Downloads especially)
๐จ Step 3: Tidy Up Startup Items
Many apps sneak into startup.
Disable anything you don’t need loading at boot.
Windows: Task Manager → Startup
Mac: System Settings → General → Login Items
This alone can cut startup time in half.
๐ Step 4: Update Everything
Updates fix bugs, patch vulnerabilities, and improve speed.
Check for updates for:
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Windows or macOS
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Web browsers
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Security software
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Drivers (Windows)
๐ก Step 5: Improve Security While You’re At It
A clean device isn’t just faster — it’s safer.
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Enable automatic updates
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Make sure antivirus is active
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Turn on firewall
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Review browser extensions and remove anything sketchy
๐ฌ Final Thought
A well-maintained device feels brand new.
Run through this checklist once a month and your computer will thank you.
This wraps up Digital Declutter Week — 5 days, five huge wins.
๐ก Need help? My PC Organization & Tune-Up is still $199, plus $50 off with code DECLUTTER50 until Nov 17.
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