HPSA or HP Support Assistant is a free utility on Hewlett Packard computers released after 2012 that helps avoid and resolve problems with the computer using updates and self-help options.

Where is the HP Support Assistant?

In Windows 10 and Windows 11, the HP Support Assistant is accessed by double-clicking the program shortcut on the Windows desktop or clicking the blue question mark on the taskbar. In Windows 8, you can access the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen.

  • Where is the HP Support Assistant?
  • Where to download HP Support Assistant?
  • Remove HP Support Assistant from the Taskbar.
  • Can I uninstall the HP Support Assistant?

Alternatively, you can also access it by clicking Start, typing support assistant, and pressing Enter.

If none of these options work, the program is not installed on your computer. You need to download and install the program to use it.

Where to download HP Support Assistant?

If you have a Hewlett Packard computer released after 2012, you can get the HP Support Assistant from the link below.

  • HP Support Assistant may be downloaded at the HP Support Assistant website.

Remove HP Support Assistant from the Taskbar

  • Open the HP Support Assistant program.
  • Click the Settings gear icon  in the top-right corner.
  • Uncheck the box next to the Display an icon in the taskbar option.

Can I uninstall the HP Support Assistant?

Yes. The program can be uninstalled through the Windows Add/Remove programs utilities.

Disabling this feature prevents you from getting any notifications about updates or fixes until HP Support Assistant is opened again.

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