How to Remove OneDrive

Last Updated: June 18, 2023 Tested

This wikiHow teaches you how to remove OneDrive from your Windows PC. OneDrive can be completely uninstalled from Windows 7 and 10, but only unlinked from Windows 8 and 8.1.

Method 1

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Windows 11

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Method 2

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Windows 10

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This opens the search bar, typically at the bottom-left corner of the screen.
A list of matching results will appear.
You should see two buttons appear beneath this option.
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Click Uninstall . Once the application is removed, it will no longer appear in the list.
- If prompted to enter a username and password, use the info associated with your Administrator account.

Method 3

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Windows 8

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Though OneDrive cannot be completely removed from Windows 8, you can unlink your account to disable the service. ^{[1]
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It’s in the left column. ^{[2]
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It’s near the top of the main panel.
It’s the first option in the left column. ^{[3]
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Now that you’ve disabled syncing, it’s safe to unlink your account.
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Right-click the OneDrive icon in the task bar. It’s the cloud icon near the clock, usually at one of the corners of the desktop. ^{[4]
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- You may have to click the arrow to view additional icons if you don’t see OneDrive.
This signs you out of your OneDrive account, effectively disabling OneDrive.

Method 4

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Windows 7

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It’s usually at the bottom-left corner of the screen. This opens the start menu and the search bar.
A list of matching results will appear. ^{[5]
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Click Uninstall . Once the application is removed, it will no longer appear in the app list.
- If prompted to enter a username and password, use the info associated with your Administrator account.