Provides links to the uninstall tools and directions for many security programs.

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.

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11. Learn more. Note: Use these steps for Windows programs.

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 uninstall unwanted antimalware software: Go to Start > Settings > Apps. Find the unwanted app or apps and select it. Select Uninstall.

Learn how to update your security processor or TPM firmware to protect Windows 10 and your device from attacks by malicious software.

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.

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.

Use the uninstall troubleshooter to uninstall Microsoft 365, Office 2021, Office 2019, or Office 2016 from your Windows PC. Select the button below to start the uninstall troubleshooter. Click Open if you get a pop-up window indicating This site is trying to open Get Help.

Describes how to delete the contents of the Temporary Internet Files folder from the computer.