How do I get Messenger to stop logging in automatically?

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Summary: Getting MSN Messenger to stop logging in automatically is fortunately a quick and easy fix to make.

Assuming you mean MSN Messenger, go to Tools, Options, and on the General tab you'll find a setting: "Allow automatic sign in when connected to the internet." Just make sure that is deselected.

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Update:

There's a new version to this article that includes detailed instructions and a downloadable video here: How do I stop MSN Messenger from starting automatically and logging me in?l

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Article 274 | Posted June 9, 2004