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. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.

If you can’t install, uninstall, or update a desktop program in Windows 10, the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter can automatically fix common issues such as corrupted registry keys or incomplete uninstall data.

Use this tool to find and remove specific prevalent threats and reverse the changes that they made (see Covered malware families). For comprehensive malware detection and removal, consider using Windows Defender Offline or Microsoft Safety Scanner.

When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.

Real-time protection is a feature in the Windows Security app that continuously monitors your device for potential threats such as viruses, malware, and spyware. This feature ensures that your device is actively protected by scanning files and programs as they are accessed or executed.

To use Windows Backup, you need to sign in with your Microsoft account. This ensures that your backed-up information is stored securely in the cloud, making it accessible from any device you sign into with the same account.

Task Manager is an application that serves as a system monitor and startup manager for Windows, providing insights into your device's performance and resource consumption. It allows you to view and manage running applications, assess CPU load, memory usage, disk activity, and network usage.

Get started with Microsoft Defender identity theft monitoring. Criminals are constantly trying to trick you into revealing your personal information. Learn to spot scams. Attackers will send you fake emails that look legitimate, hoping to get personal information. Learn how to spot phishing emails.

Learn how to use Manage and Optimize Drives to keep your disk and data drives defragmented and at top performance in Windows.

Get Help has troubleshooters you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Start to run that troubleshooter. After you run any troubleshooter, Get Help provides details on any findings and suggestions for possible remedies.