How do i Uninstall Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Edge

To uninstall Microsoft Edge on Windows, open Settings > Apps > Apps & features, search for Microsoft Edge, click it, select Uninstall, and confirm your choice.

Uninstall on Windows

The easiest way to uninstall Microsoft Edge starts in your Settings app. Click the Windows Start button, type "Settings," and open it. Navigate to Apps, then Apps & features. Scroll down or search for "Microsoft Edge" in the search box.

When you find it, click the entry once. An Uninstall button appears. Click it, and Windows asks you to confirm. Select Uninstall again, and the browser removes itself from your system.

Some users prefer the Control Panel method. Open Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Look for Microsoft Edge in the list. Right-click it and select Uninstall.

Follow the prompts to complete removal.

Important Notes Before You Uninstall

Microsoft Edge syncs your browsing data, bookmarks, and passwords across devices if you signed in with a Microsoft account. Before you uninstall Microsoft Edge, consider exporting your bookmarks. Open Edge, press Ctrl+Shift+B to show the favorites bar, then click the three dots menu > Favorites > Manage favorites > More actions > Export favorites.

Edge is integrated into Windows 11 and some Windows 10 versions. Uninstall may be limited on newer systems, though you can typically disable it instead through Settings.

After Uninstalling

Once you uninstall Microsoft Edge, your default browser reverts to another option or prompts you to choose one. The free Chromium-based browser won't launch anymore, but you can reinstall it anytime from Microsoft's official website.

Recommendation: Back up your bookmarks before removing Edge. This takes two minutes and saves frustration if you ever need them again.