Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.

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.

Open the Program_Name folder, and then click the program's "uninstall" file to remove the program (if the file exists). For example, the file might be named Uninst.exe, Uninstall, or Uninstall Program_Name. Follow the instructions to remove the program.

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.

The installation file is typically named Autorun.exe or Setup.exe, but this may vary. If you're not sure, check the Readme file in the folder for instructions about how to run the installation.

With Task Manager you can terminate unresponsive programs, adjust startup applications, and monitor active user sessions, ensuring optimal system performance and user control.

Repair or reset your apps. See Repair or Remove programs in Windows. In Microsoft Store, select Library. Find the app you want to reinstall, and then select Install. Select the Close (X) button in the upper-right corner of the app window to close it. Then, reopen the app.

Learn how to get older apps or programs to run on Windows 10 or Windows 11 by adjusting compatibility settings.

User Account Control (UAC) is designed to prevent unauthorized changes to Windows. When an action requires administrator-level permissions, UAC prompts you to approve or deny the change. This helps protect your Windows device from malicious software and unauthorized modifications.

Learn how to optimize system performance by managing startup applications in Windows.