How to Uninstall Google Chrome

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Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browsers, but there may come a time when you need to uninstall it. Whether you're troubleshooting, switching browsers, or clearing storage, this guide provides you with step-by-step instructions to uninstall Chrome on different devices.

Uninstall Chrome on Windows

1. Close all open Chrome windows.
2. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box, then type appwiz.cpl and press Enter.
3. Locate Google Chrome in the list of installed programs.
4. Right-click on it and select Uninstall.
5. Follow the uninstallation wizard prompts to complete the process.

Uninstall Chrome on macOS

1. Quit Google Chrome completely by pressing Command + Q.
2. Open the Finder, go to Applications, and locate Chrome.
3. Drag the Google Chrome app to the Trash.
4. Empty the Trash to permanently remove it from your device.

Uninstall Chrome on Android

• Open the Settings app.
• Navigate to Apps or App Manager, then select Google Chrome.
• Tap Uninstall or Disable depending on the device settings.

Uninstall Chrome on iOS

1. Press and hold the Google Chrome app icon on your home screen.
2. When the apps start jiggling, tap the X or Remove icon on Chrome.
3. Confirm by selecting Delete.

Additional Tips

After uninstalling Chrome, you may wish to delete any residual files or browser data stored on your device. For example, on Windows, navigate to %LocalAppData%\Google and delete the Chrome folder. This ensures a clean removal and frees up storage space.

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