uninstalr service that runs in background — checking for new apps installation

luckfade

I install/uninstall a lot of apps on a daily basis. Before installing any software I always use Uninstalr's "software monitoring system". I understand that you have greatly improved the app startup — but it still takes a decent bit of time before opening. Instead of performing this repeated action — wouldn't it better to have a background service which checks for new software installations in real time. I remember IoBit Uninstaller used to do something similar; it also helped in monitoring new softwares which silently updated in background.

thanks 🙂

jv16

I think I'd rather make a way to start the Software Monitor feature of Uninstalr faster that build something that is always running on the background. Similarly, it would be nice to be able to access the app's Settings without loading the installed apps listing. Thank you for the suggestion!

luckfade

Hi @jv16
would it also be possible to access the Software Monitor feature without loading the app list? 🙂

jv16

That would be very nice, I agree!

luckfade

Hello @jv16 🫡

I am sure you have already heard about LG installing adware on user's PC through Windows updates.

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48956688

How do you think we should deal with that using Uninstalr? Should I start Uninstalr's software monitor tool before starting Windows updates? I am sure it would still be able to identify apps being installed through Windows updates, right?

What to do about garbage spyware apps that are automatically installed through Dell's command center?

If you didn't guess, I am referring to the original reason I made this post — something which just gives a notification on identifying background installs.

I just wanted to put the idea out there. If you think it makes sense, it could be a nice addition to Uninstalr.
=)

jv16

This is indeed an interesting idea! I will see how it could be done.