About Hidden Start
Hidden Start is a lightweight command-line utility that runs console applications and batch files in the background without visible windows. It can handle UAC privilege elevation and start multiple commands in a specified order.
Hidden Start 5.2
Run console apps and batch files without visible windows and handle UAC elevation.
- By NTWind Software
- Proprietary
- Updated Aug 30, 2026
Technical details
| Publisher | NTWind Software |
|---|---|
| Version | 5.2 |
| Release date | 2026-08-30 |
| License | Proprietary |
| Installer type | nullsoft |
| Architecture | x86 |
| Package ID | ntwind.HiddenStart |
| Admin rights | Required |
| Install scope | All users |
Install Hidden Start from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=ntwind.HiddenStart -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=ntwind.HiddenStart -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=ntwind.HiddenStart -e- Silent install with the offline installer
"Hstart_5.2-setup.exe" /S
Frequently asked questions
Is Hidden Start free?
Hidden Start is proprietary software from NTWind Software. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.
What is the latest version of Hidden Start?
The latest version is 5.2, released on Aug 30, 2026.
Is it safe to download Hidden Start?
The download button links to the official installer published on hstart.s3.amazonaws.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 34bbae916f913757d22f7ffde4bd618754eba3ad363472afb48433e446f37e89.
Which Windows versions does Hidden Start support?
Hidden Start runs on Windows and is available for 32-bit (x86) systems.
How do I install Hidden Start silently?
Run the offline installer with "Hstart_5.2-setup.exe" /S, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=ntwind.HiddenStart -e --silent.
How do I uninstall Hidden Start?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Hidden Start and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=ntwind.HiddenStart -e.
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