App access to trusted devices
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Recommendation
SituationalCan be closed if accessories are connected and configured manually: this is the visible advice BoosterX gives to Steam and Epic owners.
The block does not disable the devices themselves or their system connection.
- Main effect
- Blocking communication with trusted devices
- FPS and memory
- See the research
What changes
Section titled “What changes”A trusted device is an accessory paired with the computer that the user has designated as trusted; BoosterX describes it as “a hardware device or accessory that has been paired with the user’s computer and has been designated by the user as ‘trusted’”, for example a connected TV or projector. The toggle blocks supported Store/UWP apps from exchanging data with such devices. After the block, the app no longer sees the trusted accessory; the device itself and its system connection continue to work.
Exceptions and differences
Section titled “Exceptions and differences”Do not confuse three similar permissions. Sync with devices — data exchange with explicitly linked devices such as a linked phone; sync with wireless devices — automatic discovery of devices that are not explicitly paired; trusted devices are designated manually. Classic programs are not covered by the block. The set of “Settings” pages differs between Windows 10 and Windows 11 — check whether the section exists on your system.
How to verify the result
Section titled “How to verify the result”Launch an app that works with a paired accessory: the trusted device is no longer found. After the permission is restored, the connection is restored.
How to change and revert
Section titled “How to change and revert”Open “Optimization” → “Privacy” → “App permissions” → “App access to trusted devices”, move the toggle to the “On” position: BoosterX will apply the block on communication with trusted devices. Click “Apply”. If “Instant apply” is enabled, a separate button is not required. To revert, move the toggle to the “Off” position and apply the change again: BoosterX will return Windows to its default state with communication with trusted devices allowed.
Confirmation
Section titled “Confirmation”- Research on privacy policies and background apps.
- Microsoft: Manage connections from Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating system components to Microsoft services, checked 2026-09-19.
Last check: 2026-09-20.