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.

Learn about the terminology that Microsoft uses to describe software updates.

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

This article explains how to repair apps and programs in Windows 11 and use Settings to fix common app issues without reinstalling. You can repair some apps and programs if they're not running correctly. Note that you won't see repair, change, or modify options for all apps and programs. Repair options from the Settings page.

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.

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.

Troubleshoots and fixes common issues with security and malware prevention in Windows.

Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.

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

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.