Edge Browser Won’t Uninstall: Fix 2026
## Direct Answer
To fix the issue where Edge browser won’t uninstall, try the following direct solution:
1. Open the Registry Editor as an administrator.
2. Navigate to `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\Microsoft Edge`.
3. Delete the ‘Microsoft Edge’ key.
4. Restart your computer and try uninstalling Edge again.
## Step-by-Step Guide
If the direct solution doesn’t work, follow these steps:
1. **Disable Edge**: Press the Windows key + R, type `regedit`, and press Enter. Navigate to `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Main` and set `AllowMicrosoftEdge` to 0.
2. **Stop Edge Processes**: Press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys, go to the ‘Details’ tab, and end all Microsoft Edge processes.
3. **Delete Edge Files**: Go to `C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge` and delete the entire folder.
4. **Uninstall Edge**: Go to ‘Control Panel’ > ‘Programs and Features’, find Microsoft Edge, and click ‘Uninstall’.
5. **Restart**: Restart your computer to complete the uninstallation process.
## FAQ
– **Q: What if I’m unable to delete the Edge folder?**
A: Run the command `takeown /f “C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge” /r` in the Command Prompt as an administrator to take ownership of the folder.
– **Q: Will uninstalling Edge affect my other Microsoft applications?**
A: No, uninstalling Edge will not affect other Microsoft applications.
– **Q: Can I reinstall Edge after uninstalling it?**
A: Yes, you can reinstall Edge from the Microsoft website after uninstalling it.
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