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How To Disable the NetBarrier Application Monitor Window

By default, the NetBarrier Application Monitor window will automatically open whenever you restart or login to your Mac.  This window shows the applications that are actively using your network and helps you understand, at a glance, which processes are using your network bandwidth.

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Depending on your version of macOS, the steps for disabling NetBarrier's Application Monitor may differ. You can find steps for the different versions detailed below:

 

Disabling Application Monitor for Ventura and Higher
Disabling Application Monitor for older versions of macOS

 

Disabling Application Monitor for Ventura and Higher
 

If you prefer not to see this window when you login, follow these steps to remove it. 

Access System Settings from the  menu:

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Select General in the left side menu, and then click on Login Items:

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Select NetBarrier Monitor by clicking on it and then press the (-) Minus sign to remove it.

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Disabling Application Monitor for Older Versions of macOS
 

If you prefer not to see this window when you login, follow these steps to remove it. 

Access System Preferences from the  menu:

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Select Users & Groups:

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Select the Login Items tab:

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Highlight NetBarrier Monitor by clicking on it and then press the (-) Minus sign to remove it.

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Note: If you wish to enable the Monitor again at any time, open NetBarrier, select 'Window' from the menu bar, and choose 'Application Monitor.'

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