Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows. There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled.

Learn how to sign in and create app passwords for Microsoft apps and devices that don't support two-step verification.

Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features to change whether you're shown app recommendations when trying to install apps from outside the Store.

You can add your Android apps as favorites on your PC, pin them to your Start menu and taskbar, and open them in separate windows to use side-by-side with apps on your PC. Note: For the best experience, we recommend making sure your Android device and your PC are on the same Wi-Fi network and band.

If you pre-ordered a game and want to cancel, you can do so up to 10 days before the game launches at: Order history. After this time, you may be billed, and you’ll need to request a refund to cancel your order. For more info about digital game pre-orders, see: Pre-order Xbox digital games in the Microsoft Store.

Download and install or reinstall Microsoft 365 or Office 2021 on a PC or Mac. Set up Office apps and email on a mobile device. Small business help and learning. Learn how to download and install apps you need from your Microsoft 365 business subscription.

Troubleshoot mobile apps on Windows. Privacy with Windows Subsystem for Android™ and Amazon Appstore. Learn how to use and install mobile apps on your Windows 11 PC with the Windows Subsystem for Android™.

As your points rack up, so do your opportunities to get rewards. We make it simple to track progress toward anything you’ve got your eye on, including games, movies, apps, gift cards, sweepstakes, donations to charity, and members-only offers and events. Get more details about earning points. How to earn points.

Some apps let you manage background activity, which determines what they can do when they’re in the background and not actively in use. Apps that can run in the background can send and receive notifications, sync information, and stay up to date.

Looking for a long-lost app or program? There are several ways you can find what you need. Select Start , and then scroll through the alphabetical list on the left (if your Start screen is set to show as full screen, select All apps, and then scroll through the list).