How to disable Logitech G Hub at startup to speed up Windows

If you use Logitech peripherals, G Hub is probably always hanging around on your system and can sometimes get a bit annoying. From auto-booting into Windows to sneaking into gaming profiles or asking Discord for permissions every time, there are several reasons why you might want to Disable Logitech G Hub on startup, whether partially or totally.

In this guide I'll tell you how to set up G Hub the way you want: disable Logitech G Hub (only the start), stop annoying integrations, control automatic profiles and, if necessary, uninstall or reset itI include steps for Windows and macOS, plus solutions for crashes on Windows 11 and a hard reset when a device (like a G29) is behaving oddly.

What is Logitech G Hub and when is it worth disabling it?

G Hub is Logitech's utility for managing keyboards, mice, headsets, speakers, webcams, and other gaming devices. Allows you to assign buttons, fine-tune mouse tracking, create profiles per game and configure lighting, all in a single app.

Disabling it completely or partially may make sense if you've stopped using Logitech peripherals, notice conflicts with other programs, or are bothered by certain behaviors. Typical examples are the automatic addition of game profiles, persistent permission pop-ups with Discord, or device settings not being saved..

There are also scenarios where you need to disable Logitech G Hub because it is not working as it should. Some users have noticed that on their PC the angle of the G29 steering wheel does not change, while on another computer it works perfectly.In these cases, resetting G Hub and the device itself is usually the fastest way to return everything to factory settings.

If you continue to use your peripherals, consider a reset first before uninstalling. A reset clears caches, preferences, and temporary files, returning the app to its initial state., and sometimes resolves issues without having to remove it entirely.

Disable Logitech G Hub on Windows: Startup, Processes, and Permissions

If you just want G Hub to not be always active, you can prevent it from starting with Windows and close it when you don't need it. This means you don't have to completely disable Logitech G Hub. This reduces resource consumption and prevents unwanted profile changes when logging in..

• End the process from Task Manager: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc, go to the Processes tab, locate any Logitech process (for example, Logitech G Hub or Logitech Gaming) and choose End Task.
• Then, in the Startup tab of Task Manager, select Logitech G Hub and press Disable so that do not restart automatically at the next boot.

Some installation or settings saving issues (such as integrations that “won’t stick”) are resolved by running the app with elevated privileges. Try it if you find that G Hub is not saving preferences or is stuck on the loading screen..

• In Explorer, navigate to the Logitech installation folder (for example, C:\Program Files (x86)\Logitech Gaming Software or the path where you have G Hub).
• Right click on the main executable, go to Properties and, under Compatibility, activate Run this program as administrator. Apply and Accept.

Another cause of crashes or the app not even starting could be the firewall. If Windows Defender Firewall identifies G Hub as a potential threat, it will hang on startup or installation..

• Open Control Panel and go to System and Security > Windows Defender Firewall.
• Tap Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall, tap Change settings, locate Logitech G-Hub and select Private and Public. Save with OK.

Manage profiles and stop automatic game addition

G Hub detects installed games and creates profiles on its own. This is fine until it breaks your flow because you already had a custom FPS profile with your macros.If you find that Battlefield V (or another) adds something and spoils the party, there are several things to consider.

Deactivating an auto-created profile only prevents G Hub from activating it, but does not always prevent switching to another profile. One strategy is to explicitly link the game executable (e.g. bfv.exe) to your custom profile from the profiles section, to force the use of the one you are interested in.

If G Hub still persists, delete the auto-created profile and leave only your profile with the associated executable. After that, check that G Hub auto-start is disabled, to avoid unexpected shutdowns when the system boots..

Please note that some device settings are not profile-dependent. On the device page there is a gear at the bottom left that opens the firmware, power, and other settings not linked to profiles.If you need to change something in the base, do it there and it will be applied regardless of the active profile.

Disable Discord integration and avoid notifications

If every time you turn on your PC or open G Hub, you're prompted to access your Discord data, you need to take a different approach. Disabling Logitech G Hub may not be enough, as the option reappears as active when you restart the app.

Before you blame Discord, make sure G Hub can save your settings. Running G Hub as administrator, closing all processes and reopening it helps the preference to be saved to disk. and not be lost when restarting.

Within G Hub, go to the integrations area and turn off Discord. Then, exit G Hub completely (don't just close the window; kill the process) and reopen to verify that the configuration persists.

If the warnings continue, also check your firewall as explained above. A network block may force connection retries and the permissions message to appear again. at every start, giving the impression that preference is not being saved.

Uninstall or reset G Hub on macOS (easy and manual)

On Mac, you can disable Logitech G Hub completely if you're no longer using it, or reset it if it's failing. There is a quick way with an uninstall tool and a more laborious manual way.

Easy method with an uninstaller utility: Using CleanMyMac's Uninstaller module, the app locates the application and its associated files (caches, preferences, support) and removes them together. This way you ensure that you do not leave behind any waste that could cause conflicts in the future..

• Open CleanMyMac and go to the section Uninstaller from the sidebar.
• Find Logitech G Hub and Logitech G Hub Installer, select them and press uninstall.
• When prompted, confirm with Delete to remove any associated debris that the tool detects.

You can also use the official Logitech uninstaller if you have it on your system. Find it with Spotlight, open it, and follow the on-screen instructions. to complete the process.

If you prefer to do it manually, the manual method is to close G Hub, move the app to the Trash, and manually delete the Library files. It's slower, but gives you full control over what you delete..

• Close G Hub and from Apps, drag Logitech G-Hub to the Trash.
• In Finder, select Go > Go to Folder…, and review these paths, deleting items with “Logitech” or “G Hub” in the name:
  • ~\/Library\/Application Support\/
  • ~\/Library\/Containers\/
  • ~\/Library\/Caches\/
  • ~\/Library\/Preferences\/
  • ~\/Library\/Cookies\/
  • ~\/Library\/Logs\/
  • ~\/Library\/LaunchAgents\/
• Finally, empty the Trash to complete the uninstallation and free up space.

G Hub Installation and Crashes on Windows 11: Typical Solutions

After upgrading to Windows 11, some users are seeing G Hub stuck on the loading screen or not installing. Common causes range from previous instances running in the background, to insufficient permissions or firewall blocks., and it is advisable to review the Setting app recommendations in Windows 11 in case of strange behavior.

• Close residual processes: Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), Processes tab, search for Logitech Gaming or Logitech G Hub, and End Task. Under Startup, disable its startup to avoid loops.
• Run as administrator: Go to the installation folder, Properties of the executable > Compatibility > select Run this program as administrator and accept.
• Allow G Hub on the firewall: Control Panel > Windows Defender Firewall > Allow an app… > Change settings > select Logitech G Hub under Private and Public, then OK.

After applying these three steps, restart G Hub or reinstall it. If you had it open in the background before, the installer may not progress and may just stay “thinking”Closing everything first usually clears the situation.

Complete reset of G Hub and the Logitech G29 steering wheel

When a device like the G29 doesn't respond to changes (e.g., rotation speed), and you've verified that it works fine on another PC, the problem is usually with your local installation. Rather than disabling Logitech G Hub, in these cases a reset G Hub and the driver ecosystem.

• Uninstall G Hub from Windows or using your preferred method on macOS, and restart your computer to clean up sessions.
• Remove related Logitech drivers if you have used specific tools to do so, and Avoid having G Hub open while making changes.
• Reinstall the latest version of G Hub (check the manufacturer's site for updates) an updated version), connect the G29 and calibrate the turning angle again, and if you have recognition problems consult How to get my PC to recognize my controller.

If after reinstalling the setting it still doesn't apply, check that no automatic game profiles interfering and that the device has up-to-date firmware from the G Hub configuration gear itself.

With these steps you can disable Logitech G Hub and fully control its management: from preventing it from starting with the system and cutting insistent integrations, to deleting or resetting the app on macOS, fixing crashes in Windows 11 and getting a rogue G29 ready.. Adjust the level of "deactivation" you need in each case to keep your team agile, without giving up the benefits of the app when you really need them.