Windows software

BackgroundMute

Name: BackgroundMute
Author: Myst1024

Myst1024.BackgroundMute v1.0.0

Mute background applications while keeping foreground audio active

About this app

BackgroundMute automatically mutes audio from background processes while preserving sound from the active window. Useful for gaming, streaming, or focusing on a single application without audio interference.

Install with Winget

Command line

PS> winget install --id Myst1024.BackgroundMute -e

Official manifest sources

Downloads for version 1.0.0

External links ↗

Installer	Details	SHA-256	Download
x64 github.com	inno	`0CBEF55877848F821A75B855A02E7C4351DC74FDCB72C561F9592516BFA2CDF8`	Download

Package information

Version: 1.0.0
Publisher: Myst1024 ↗
License: MIT
Available versions: 1

Dependencies

No dependency information in this manifest.

Before you download

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