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SterJo Startup Patrol
What it is
SterJo Startup Patrol is a free Windows utility that monitors startup registry locations and startup folders in real time. It alerts you when a program tries to add a startup entry, showing the program name, full file path, and location being changed. From an alert, you can allow, disable, or delete the change. Its main window lists active startup entries for manual disabling, and the interface lets users revise earlier decisions or permissions. Other features include digital signature checks, a right-click Google search for unknown entries, and portable USB use. The portable edition runs without installation and is described as not modifying system files. The download page lists version 1.6 at 2.2 MB and notes an alert sound for new entries. Supported Windows versions are 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP, in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Scheduled Tasks are outside its core monitoring scope. The maker describes Startup Patrol as not an antivirus, though it can alert users to startup changes that may be suspicious.
For and against
For
- Alerts identify the program, path, and changed location.
- Users can allow, disable, or delete changes.
- Portable edition runs without installation.
- Supports Windows 11 through XP, 32-bit and 64-bit.
Against
- Scheduled Tasks are outside its core monitoring.
- It is not an antivirus.
- Windows-only software.
The verdict
Startup Patrol gives users a way to review startup changes and alter entries from its interface. Its scope is limited to startup registry locations and folders, so it should not be treated as antivirus protection.
Who it suits
Startup Patrol suits home users, IT technicians, and advanced users who want more control over Windows startup behavior. Its portable version may suit people who want to run it from USB without installation.
Plans and prices
Free
100% free · no hidden charges · Windows XP–11 (32/64-bit)
Read 3 Oct 2026 · sterjosoft.com
On the record
- Alert actions
- Alerts show the program name, full file path, and modified startup location, with options to allow, disable, or delete the change.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes it as suitable for home users, IT technicians, and advanced users seeking more control over Windows startup behavior.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Maker privacy claims
- SterJo Software says its tools are digitally signed, free from malware or hidden software, built with privacy in mind, and do not sell or track data.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Other features
- Features include digital signature checks, right-click Google search for unknown entries, portable USB use, and low resource usage.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Portable mode
- The portable version runs without installation and the page says it does not modify system files.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- SterJo Startup Patrol monitors Windows startup in real time and alerts when a program tries to add a startup entry.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Reversibility
- The product page says users can reverse previous decisions or adjust permissions from the program interface.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security scope
- The maker says Startup Patrol is not an antivirus; it can alert users to startup changes that may be suspicious.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Startup list
- The main window lists active startup entries and lets users disable them manually.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Startup locations
- It monitors startup registry locations and startup folders; Scheduled Tasks are outside its core monitoring.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Supported Windows
- The page lists Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP in 32-bit and 64-bit versions.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Version
- The download page lists version 1.6 at 2.2 MB and says it adds an alert sound for new entries.sterjosoft.com · read 3 Oct 2026
