How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge on Windows and Mac

Are you tired of having too many browsers on your device, or are you one of the many users who have recently tried out Microsoft Edge but decided it’s not for you? Whatever the reason, the process of removing Edge is straightforward. In this article, we will guide you on how to uninstall Microsoft Edge from Windows and Mac quickly and effortlessly.

Now, why would someone want to delete Microsoft Edge from their device? There are several reasons for this. You may have switched to another web browser or faced issues with Edge, such as slow performance, crashes, or frequent errors. If you want to remove Microsoft Edge from your device, this guide will help you. However, we begin with the steps; there are things you should do before uninstalling.

Things to Do Before Uninstalling Microsoft Edge

Before uninstalling Microsoft Edge from your PC, there are some essential things to consider. Firstly, ensure that all your important data, such as bookmarks, browsing history, passwords, and so on, is backed up and stored safely locally or synced with your Microsoft account on Edge. Moreover, check whether any other applications or programs rely on Microsoft Edge, as uninstalling it may cause compatibility issues.

Besides the above, you must have an alternative browser installed on your device to ensure that you can continue browsing the internet without interruption and that all Microsoft Edge processes are closed before attempting to uninstall the browser.

By taking these steps, you can ensure a smooth transition away from Microsoft Edge and onto a new web browser. With that said, let’s move towards the steps to delete Microsoft Edge from Windows 11.

How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge from Windows 11

There are multiple ways to remove Microsoft Edge from Windows 11. We will list all the effective and efficient ways to remove Microsoft Edge from your computer, which may benefit those who prefer a minimalist computing environment.

1. Using the Command Prompt

Uninstalling Microsoft Edge using the Command Prompt may sound unconventional and complicated, but it is relatively easy to execute. 

Before deleting Edge from your computer, it is important to know the version number of Microsoft Edge you are running. Follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Launch Microsoft Edge and click the three-dot icon at the top right corner.

Step 2: Select ‘Help and feedback’ from the drop-down menu and choose ‘About Microsoft Edge.’

Step 3: Copy Microsoft Edge’s version number from the About section. 

Now that we have the version number, it is time to move to the Command Prompt to uninstall Microsoft Edge once and for all. 

Step 4: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Command Prompt and click ‘Run as administrator.’

In the prompt, select Yes.

Step 5: Type the below command and press Enter.

Note: Replace the Edge Version with the actual version number you noted.

cd %Program Files (x86)%\Microsoft\Edge\Application\EdgeVersion\Installer

Step 6: Copy or type the below command and press Enter to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

setup --uninstall --force-uninstall --system-level

This should permanently remove Microsoft Edge from your PC without leaving any trace. If you want to use Microsoft Edge later, download it from the Microsoft Store. 

2. Using Windows PowerShell

Although Command Prompt and Windows PowerShell are in line with removing Microsoft Edge from your PC. The best part of using Windows PowerShell is that you don’t need to know the version number to uninstall Microsoft Edge from your PC. Follow the below steps.

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Windows PowerShell, and click ‘Run as Administrator.’

In the prompt, select Yes.

Step 2: Type the below command and press Enter.

get-appxpackage *edge*

Step 3: Double-click to highlight the text next to PackageFullName and press’ Ctrl + C’ to copy it.

Step 4: Now, type the below command to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

Remove-appxpackage <PackageFullName>

Note: In place of <PackageFullName>, paste the copied package name from the above step.

With this, Microsoft Edge will be removed from the PC without hiccups. Now that you’ve uninstalled Edge, it is important to note that it doesn’t prevent Windows updates from potentially reinstalling the Edge browser on your PC. Continue reading.

How to Stop Microsoft Edge From Reinstalling on Windows 11

If you have removed Edge using any of the methods mentioned above, executing this method is crucial. This prevents Edge from being installed again through a Windows update without your knowledge. Because we will be using Registry Editor, we strongly advise you to back up the Windows Registry before proceeding with the steps below. 

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Registry Editor and click ‘Run as administrator.’

Note: You can also press ‘Windows key + R’ to open the Run command box, type regedit.exe, and click OK to open Registry Editor.

In the prompt, select Yes.

Step 3: In the top address bar, enter the below-mentioned address, and press Enter.

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft

Note: You can manually navigate to the section too. 

Step 4: Under the Microsoft key, right-click to select New and choose Key.

Step 5: Now, select Key and rename the key to EdgeUpdate.

Step 6: Under the EdgeUpdate key, right-click to select New and choose DWORD (32-bit) Value. 

Step 7: Rename the DWORD to DoNotUpdateToEdgeWithChromium.

Step 8: Double-click on the newly created DWORD, change its value data to 1, and click OK.

Finally, reboot the system to implement the changes. That’s it. You have blocked Windows from updating or reinstalling Microsoft Edge on your PC. If you are a developer or testing Microsoft Edge’s beta builds and want to completely uninstall it, keep reading.

How to Remove Microsoft Edge Beta, Dev, or Canary Channel Builds

Unlike the stable builds of Microsoft Edge, deleting or uninstalling Microsoft Edge Beta, Dev, or Canary Channel builds is pretty straightforward. We will list two methods for you to follow and execute according to your preference. 

1. Using the Settings App

Microsoft has been pushing a lot of options toward the Settings apps, including an uninstall option. When compared to the traditional method, the steps are less lengthy and not as complicated. Follow the below-mentioned steps.

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Settings, and click Open. 

Step 2: Navigate to Apps from the left pane.

Step 3: Under Apps, select Installed apps. 

Step 4: From Installed apps, scroll down to locate Microsoft Edge’s preview build.

Step 5: Click on the three-dot icon next to it and select Uninstall. 

Step 6: From the modal, select Uninstall.

There you go. You have uninstalled Microsoft Edge from your PC without having to execute lengthy and complicated steps. If you want to delete Microsoft Edge the conventional way, continue reading.

2. Using the Control Panel

The control panel, as it sounds, provides you with all sorts of controls and options for your PC, including removing applications. Follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Control Panel, and click Open.

Step 2: From All Control Panel Items, choose ‘Programs and Features.’

Step 3: Choose Microsoft Edge preview build and click Uninstall from the top of the list of programs.

Step 4: In the prompt, check the box next to ‘Also clear your browsing data?’ and click Uninstall button.

There you go. You have successfully removed Microsoft Edge from your computer. Check out the next method if you are not on Windows but on Mac. 

Also Read: Top 7 fixes for 100% CPU usage in Microsoft Edge on Mac

How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge on Mac

Unlike Windows, uninstalling Microsoft Edge on Mac is simple and easy to execute. Follow the below-mentioned instructions.

Step 1: Press ‘Command + Space’ to open Spotlight and type Finder.

Step 2: In the Finder, go to Applications.

Step 3: From Applications, choose Microsoft Edge.

Step 4: Right-click on Microsoft Edge, and from the context menu, select ‘Move to bin.’

There you go. You have easily removed Microsoft Edge, and you don’t have to worry about the application getting installed automatically through an update (this is Mac, not Windows).

However, there will still be files and folders remaining on your Mac that contain your browsing data and preferences. If you want to delete them as well, open Finder, click Go on the menu bar and select click Go to Folder. Next, type ~/Library and click Go.

Once the Library folder shows up on the screen, carefully delete the four folders and the PLIST file present within the following locations:

• Library/Application Support/Microsoft Edge
• Library/Caches/Microsoft Edge
• Library/Saved Application State/com.microsoft.edgemac.savedState
• Library/WebKit/com.microsoft.edgemac
• Library/Preferences/com.microsoft.edgemac.plist

To delete a folder or file, right-click the item and then click ‘Move to Bin.’ Do remember that you will lose your browsing data permanently if you haven’t synced them to a Microsoft Account or exported them manually.

If you have any queries we didn’t mention in the article above, check out the FAQ section below.

FAQs on Uninstalling Microsoft Edge on Windows and Mac

Get Rid of Microsoft Edge

Removing an application from your system can seem daunting, but it can be simple with the right steps. Now that you know how to uninstall Microsoft Edge from Windows or Mac, you can delete Microsoft Edge through several methods, depending on your preferences. What are you waiting for? Uninstall now.