How can I remove the HP Support Assistant icon from my taskbar?

[2009hpuser]

The question mark icon appeared after the latest update on my Win 7 desktop.  How can I get rid of it?

[DavidPK]

Hi,

Have you tried right click the icon and selecting 'Unpin this program from the taskbar'?

Regards,

DP-K

[2009hpuser]

Yes, I tried that - but the option was not there since the icon was on the right side of the taskbar.  However, since I submitted the question, I have answered it.  I right clicked on the taskbar, then clicked "toolbars" and found I could deselect HP Support Assistant.  Solved!!!

Thanks for the suggestion anyway!

[DavidPK]

Hi,

Thanks for replying and good to hear you sorted it out

All the best,

DP-K

[muusicluvr · Accepted solution]

right click on the taskbar, go to toolbars, and then uncheck HP Support Assistant Quick Access.

[2009hpuser]

Thanks - I did solve the problem using that method, as I noted in my earlier comment.

[RenatoLobo]

This only helps for a while. It will come bac not long after.

[tpirog]

Thank you! It's always satisfying when you find a gem like this. 

[cheryl_o]

I have unchecked it several times, however it comes back every time I turn the computer on. How do I get rid of it permanently??

Spoiler

[Tri]

You need to do 2 tasks:

1... Uncheck the check box of 'HP Support Assistant Quick Access' at the Toolbars.

                             

2... Run 'HP Support Assistant' software ---> At the top-right side Click 'Settings' command --->When the 'Settings' screen is open to scroll down to look for 'Choose how you would like to be notified.' ---> Then Uncheck the first check box 'Display an icon in your taskbar...' ---> Then Click the 'Save' command at the bottom-right side. ---> Then close it!

Now, it won't come back to appear on your taskbar any more!

Good luck to all...

THD