How to Delete OneDrive from Windows 10
If you are looking to delete OneDrive from your Windows 10 device, you might be wondering how to go about it. OneDrive is a cloud storage service provided by Microsoft, which allows users to store, sync, and share files across multiple devices. However, there may be various reasons why you would want to remove OneDrive from your Windows 10 system. This article will guide you through the process of deleting OneDrive from your Windows 10 device.
Step 1: Open the Settings app
The first step in deleting OneDrive from your Windows 10 device is to open the Settings app. You can do this by clicking on the Start button and selecting the gear icon located in the left-hand side menu.
Step 2: Navigate to OneDrive settings
Once you have opened the Settings app, click on “OneDrive” from the list of options on the left-hand side. This will take you to the OneDrive settings page.
Step 3: Unlink OneDrive
On the OneDrive settings page, you will see an option called “Unlink OneDrive.” Click on this option to unlink OneDrive from your Windows 10 device. This will prevent OneDrive from syncing your files and using your device’s storage space.
Step 4: Remove OneDrive from File Explorer
After unlinking OneDrive, you may want to remove it from File Explorer to ensure that it is completely uninstalled from your system. To do this, open File Explorer and navigate to the “This PC” or “Computer” section. Right-click on the “OneDrive” folder and select “Delete.” This will remove the OneDrive folder from your File Explorer.
Step 5: Uninstall OneDrive from the Control Panel
To completely remove OneDrive from your Windows 10 device, you need to uninstall it from the Control Panel. To do this, open the Control Panel by clicking on the Start button and selecting “Control Panel” from the list of options.
Step 6: Open Programs and Features
In the Control Panel, click on “Programs” and then “Programs and Features.” This will open a list of all the installed programs on your device.
Step 7: Uninstall OneDrive
In the Programs and Features window, scroll through the list of installed programs and locate “OneDrive.” Once you have found it, click on it and then click the “Uninstall” button. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.
Step 8: Restart your computer
After uninstalling OneDrive, it is recommended to restart your computer to ensure that all changes take effect and OneDrive is completely removed from your Windows 10 device.
By following these steps, you should now have successfully deleted OneDrive from your Windows 10 device. If you ever decide to use OneDrive again, you can easily reinstall it by downloading it from the Microsoft website or by visiting the Windows Store.
