Skype is one of the most popular video conferencing apps on the earth. However, not everyone requires the Skype app as the web version works perfectly fine. Hence, in this post, we will learn how to uninstall the Skype app in Windows 11/10 using some simple methods.
How to uninstall Skype App in Windows 11/10
If you want to remove or uninstall the Skype app from your Windows computer, follow these steps.
- Uninstall Skype App from the Start Menu
- Uninstall Skype via Settings
- Use a PowerShell command to remove Skype
- Uninstall from Control Panel
- Use a third-party freeware.
Let us talk about them in detail.
1] Uninstall Skype App from the Start Menu
The simplest way to uninstall apps is with a right-click. There are two ways, one of which is new with a recent feature update of Windows. Follow the steps given below.
- Click on the Start button, and type Skype
- When the Skype App appears in the list, right-click on it.
- Click on the Uninstall option.
There is another uninstall option on the right side of the listing which also reveals some quick action for the app.
2] Uninstall Skype via Settings
The first method works fine, but you can also uninstall via the Settings.
Windows 11:
- Hit Win + I to open Windows Settings.
- Then, go to Apps > Installed apps.
- Search for “Skype”, click on the three dots, and select Uninstall.
- Again click on Uninstall to confirm your actions.
Windows 10:
- Click on Start Menu > Settings > System > Apps and Features.
- Wait till the app list is populated.
- Click on the Skype App.
- It will reveal the menu to Move and Uninstall.
- Click on the Uninstall button to remove the Skype app from Windows.
This will get rid of the Skype app.
3] Use a PowerShell command to remove the Skype app
If you are a power user, this method works like a charm.
Open PowerShell with Admin privileges, and execute the Remove App package command for the Skype App:
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.SkypeApp | Remove-AppxPackage
Once the execution is complete, the Skype App will be uninstalled.
4] Uninstall from Control Panel
Skype can also be installed by directly downloading from the official webpage. It is the EXE version of Skype, which is different from the Store version. If you have installed this version, you need to use the Add/Remove program to uninstall Skype from Windows 11/10.
- In the Run Prompt, type appwiz.cpl and click OK.
- Find Skype in the list, right-click it, and select Remove or Uninstall.
- Follow the Wizard to remove Skype from Windows entirely.
5] Use a third-party freeware
You can also use CCleaner, Store Applications Manager, 10AppsManager, or AppBuster to uninstall unwanted apps in Windows 11/10.
So as you can see, it is easy to uninstall the Skype App using any of the methods. Use PowerShell with precaution, and use the specific command. The settings menu is useful when you need to uninstall multiple apps, else the right-click on the Start menu method works great.
If you wish to reinstall apps, you may do so via the Microsoft Store – or use these PowerShell commands to reinstall pre-installed apps.
How do I Uninstall Skype on Windows 11?
To uninstall Skype from your Windows 11 computer, you need to search it out from the Start Menu, then, right-click on its icon and select Uninstall. You will have to click on the Uninstall button again to confirm your actions, do that, and the app will be removed.
TIP: This post will show you how to completely uninstall Skype for Business.\
How do I Uninstall an app on Windows 11?
To uninstall any application on Windows 11, you can go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps. There you will find the list of all the installed apps, go to the one you want to remove, click on the three dots, and click on Uninstall.
Also Read: Uninstall programs using Registry in Windows 11.
