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How to Uninstall the Epic Games Launcher

Tidy up your PC or Mac

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What to Know

On Windows, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features > right-click Epic Games Launcher > Uninstall.On Mac, go to Finder > Applications > Right-click Epic Games Launcher > Move to Trash.Uninstalling Epic Games Launcher removes all your installed games. This article teaches you how to uninstall the Epic Games Installer on Windows and Mac. It also explains why you may wish to uninstall or remove the Epic Games Launcher from your PC or Mac.

How to Delete Epic Games Launcher on Windows

If you want to delete Epic Games Launcher from your Windows 10 PC completely, it will only take a few minutes and is a relatively simple process. Here's how to remove the service from your PC. Uninstalling the Epic Games Launcher also removes all installed games from your system. It does not delete your Epic Games account. Click the Start Menu. Hover over Control Panel. If your Windows Start menu doesn't look like this, you can also use the search bar to search for Control Panel and click the app in the search results. Click Programs and Features. By default, opening Control Panel shows icons not links. If that's what you see, you need to press Programs first and then Programs and Features. Right-Click Epic Games Launcher. Click Uninstall. If you're having issues with Epic Games Launcher and want to try to fix them, click Repair instead. Click Yes. The app is now uninstalled.

How to Delete Epic Games Launcher on Mac

If you're a Mac user and wish to delete Epic Games Launcher, the process is slightly different from Windows but similarly straightforward. Here's how to delete Epic Games Launcher from Mac. Like with Windows 10, uninstalling the Epic Games Launcher also removes all installed games from your system. It does not delete your Epic Games account. Click Finder on the Dock. Click Applications. Scroll down and find Epic Games Launcher. Right-click on it and click Move to Trash (our screenshot shows Bin because, in other countries, macOS calls the Trash 'Bin'). You can also drag the icon to the Trash Can if you prefer. The app is now off your list of applications, and its icon in Launchpad is gone. To fully delete it, empty the Trash Can.

Why Would I Want to Uninstall the Epic Games Launcher

There are a few different reasons to uninstall the Epic Games Launcher, including to help your system run more smoothly. Here's a quick overview of why you might want to delete Epic Games Launcher. Because you no longer use it. If you no longer use the Epic Games Launcher, it makes sense to tidy up your system by removing it, so it no longer clutters up your Programs or Applications list. Remember though—it doesn't delete your Epic Games account. You'll need to do that separately. To free up room. If you have limited hard drive space, it's a smart move to remove apps you don't use. As Epic Games Launcher also includes all your installed games from the service, it can free up a lot of room.To fix or reinstall Epic Games Launcher. Sometimes, the only way to get Epic Games Launcher working again after errors is to reinstall it. It can be worth using the Repair function in Windows 10, but sometimes a full install of the service is the best solution. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Uninstall Dropbox on a Mac How to Uninstall Skype How to Uninstall or Remove Internet Explorer IObit Uninstaller v12 Review 17 Best Free Uninstaller Programs (October 2022) How to Delete Streamlabs on Mac How to Fix It When the Epic Games Launcher Isn't Working How to Unlink Your Epic Games Account How to Delete Files on Mac How to Delete an Epic Games Account How to Redeem Codes on the Epic Games Store How to Fix Outlook Search When It's Not Working How to Uninstall Microsoft Teams on Windows 10 How to Uninstall Chrome on Mac How to Add Friends on Epic Games How to Access the Windows 10 Startup Folder Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies