How To Uninstall Microsoft Edge From Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft Edge has become the default browser for both Windows 10 and Windows 11, offering fast performance, strong security, and deep integration with the OS. However, not everyone wants to use Edge. Whether you prefer Google Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or another browser, you might want to remove Edge completely from your system. The problem? Microsoft doesn’t make it easy. In fact, Edge is treated as a core system component, and the standard uninstall option is intentionally blocked.

Now, since you’re here reading about uninstalling Microsoft Edge, we’re guessing you’ve already tried the usual routes and discovered Edge can’t be removed through the Settings app like other programs. Or maybe Edge keeps reinstalling itself after updates. Well, you’re in luck!

In this in-depth guide, we’ll walk you through the safest and most effective methods you can use to uninstall Microsoft Edge from Windows 10 and Windows 11. We’ll also cover alternative approaches for disabling or hiding it if you don’t want to remove it completely.

Can You Actually Uninstall Microsoft Edge?

Windows 10 and 11 do not officially allow uninstalling Microsoft Edge.

Edge is considered a system component—just like File Explorer or the Start Menu.

However…

• You can remove specific versions of Edge using command-line tools.
• You can disable or hide Edge so it never launches, even accidentally.
• You can block Edge-based components from re-installing automatically.

If you already understand these limitations, feel free to move ahead to the uninstall steps.

Method 1: Uninstall Microsoft Edge Using Command Prompt

If Microsoft Edge was installed as an update (especially on Windows 10) or as a standalone package, you can remove it using the Command Prompt.

Steps to Uninstall Edge via Command Prompt

1. Press Windows + S and type:

cmd

2. Right-click Command Prompt → Run as administrator.
3. Navigate to the Edge installation folder. Run this command:

cd %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\Microsoft\Edge\Application

4. Type the following command to see the Edge version folder:

dir

You will see a folder like 113.0.1774.35 or similar.

5. Now run the uninstall command:

setup.exe --uninstall --system-level --verbose-logging --force-uninstall

6. Press Enter and wait for the process to complete.

After this, Microsoft Edge should be removed from your system. If you cannot find the setup.exe file or Edge still remains, move to the next method.

Method 2: Uninstall Edge From Windows 11 Using PowerShell

Windows 11 tightly integrates Edge with system components, but you can still remove it using a PowerShell command if you’re targeting the stable Chromium version.

1. Press Windows + X → click Windows Terminal (Admin).
2. Run this command:

Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge.Stable* | Remove-AppxPackage

3. Press Enter.

This removes the user-level Edge package. However, system-level copies may still remain and can reinstall automatically after an update.

Method 3: Disable Microsoft Edge Instead of Uninstalling

If you only want to prevent Edge from opening—not remove it entirely—disabling it is safer and more stable.

Disable Edge via Default Apps

1. Open Settings → Apps → Default apps.
2. Change:
   • .html
   • .pdf
   • HTTP
   • HTTPS
     to your preferred browser.

Rename Edge Core Files (Soft Disable)

1. Navigate to:

C:\Windows\SystemApps\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe

2. Rename the folder—for example:

Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe.old

This prevents Windows from launching Edge.

Note: Some Windows features rely on Edge components. Renaming folders may cause minor UI issues.

Method 4: Use Group Policy to Block Microsoft Edge

If you want to block Edge entirely—preventing it from launching or auto-installing—Group Policy is the cleanest method.

1. Press Windows + R, type:

gpedit.msc

2. Navigate to:

Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → Microsoft Edge

3. Enable the following policies:

• Allow Microsoft Edge to pre-launch at Windows startup → Disabled
• Allow Microsoft Edge to start background extensions and apps → Disabled
• Configure the button displaying Edge features → Disabled
• Prevent running Microsoft Edge (if available) → Enabled

Restart your PC afterwards.

Method 5: Block Microsoft Edge Using Registry Editor

Windows Home users don’t have Group Policy, but the same settings can be applied via the Registry.

1. Press Windows + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft

3. Right-click Microsoft → New → Key → name it:

Edge

4. Inside it, create DWORD (32-bit) values:

PreventPrelaunch
PreventBackgroundExtensions

5. Set both values to 1.

This prevents Edge from pre-launching or loading background components.

Method 6: Use a Third-Party Tool

Some tools are specifically designed to remove built-in Windows apps and components.

Tools:

• Revo Uninstaller
• O&O AppBuster
• Bloatbox

These tools can remove Edge packages more completely, though updates may reinstall Edge later. Always use third-party system modification tools with caution.

Will Microsoft Edge Come Back After Uninstalling?

Yes, Windows Updates may reinstall Edge automatically, especially cumulative updates or feature updates. To prevent this:

Block Edge reinstall using Group Policy

Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → Windows Update → Manage Updates offered from Microsoft Update

Enable:

• Do not include drivers with Windows Updates
• Do not install Microsoft Edge updates

Wrapping Up

And with that, we wrap up our comprehensive guide on how to uninstall Microsoft Edge from Windows 10 and 11. While Microsoft doesn’t officially allow complete removal, the methods in this guide give you multiple ways to uninstall, disable, or block Edge depending on what you need. Whether you choose a command-line uninstall, a PowerShell removal, a soft-disable method, or Group Policy restrictions, you now have full control over how Edge behaves on your Windows .