- How do I force uninstall a program that won't uninstall?
- How do I force a program to uninstall?
- Why is an app not uninstalling?
How do I force uninstall a program that won't uninstall?
Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly. Select Start > All apps and search for the app in the list shown. Press and hold (or right-click) on the app, then select Uninstall.
How do I force a program to uninstall?
Press down the CTRL + SHIFT + ESC keys together to open the Task Manager. It should already be on the processes tab. Select the Program or App that you want to uninstall from the list under processes. Now try running the uninstall on the Program/App again.
Why is an app not uninstalling?
Some apps are granted Android administrator access. These will prevent you from uninstalling them unless you revoke their administrator privilege. Sometimes, malware can also use administrator privilege to wreak havoc on your phone.