TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker (TNUC) is a lightweight, open-source alternative to GeForce Experience. It automates NVIDIA driver updates without telemetry, background resource drain, or mandatory account logins. This guide details how to install, configure, and automate the tool. Key Features
Zero Telemetry: Completely strips out NVIDIA tracking scripts during installation.
No Account Required: Downloads drivers directly without forcing a GeForce login.
Ultra-Lightweight: Runs as a portable command-line utility with zero persistent RAM usage.
Customized Installations: Allows you to skip unnecessary components like GeForce Experience, shield streaming, or telemetry services. Installation and First Run
Navigate to the official TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker repository on GitHub. Download the latest .exe release from the releases section.
Move the downloaded file into a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\Tools\TNUC). Launch the application by double-clicking the executable.
On the first run, the tool creates a configuration file (minimal_settings.json) in its root directory. It will scan your system, detect your current GPU, and check if a newer driver version is available online. Configuration Options
You can customize the update behavior by editing minimal_settings.json or by using command-line arguments during execution:
Driver Type: Toggle between Game Ready Drivers (GRD) for gaming optimization or Studio Drivers (SD) for content creation stability.
Clean Installation: Enable the option to completely wipe previous driver versions before applying the update, reducing conflict risks.
Component Stripping: Set flags to automatically prevent the installation of unwanted software bundles, keeping your operating system clean. Automating Updates with Windows Task Scheduler
To ensure your graphics card drivers never fall behind, automate the tool using built-in Windows utilities:
Open the Windows Start Menu, type Task Scheduler, and press enter. Click Create Basic Task in the right-hand Actions panel.
Name the task (e.g., “TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker”) and set the trigger to Weekly or At Logon. Set the Action to Start a program. Browse to your TNUC executable file path.
Add the silent argument flag (such as -s or –silent, depending on your version requirements) in the arguments field to ensure it runs invisibly in the background. Click Finish to save the automation profile. To tailor this guide further, let me know: Your Windows version (Windows 10 or 11?) Your GPU model (e.g., RTX 4070, GTX 1080) If you prefer Game Ready or Studio drivers
I can provide the exact command-line arguments and file paths for your setup.
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