Windows won’t boot? Safe Mode is the lifeline you need

If your Windows PC won’t start properly or keeps crashing, Safe Mode can help you identify the cause and fix the problem.

In Safe Mode, Windows only loads the most essential drivers and services, skips third-party autostart programs, and uses a simple graphical user interface. This allows you to disable faulty drivers, software, or malware–since these do not run in Safe Mode.

Starting Safe Mode, Windows 10 and 11

There are several ways to start Windows in Safe Mode...