How to Uninstall Python & Python Launcher on Windows 10/11 (2026) | Step-by-Step Guide
Below is a step-by-step guide to uninstall Python and Python Launcher on Windows 10/11:
Follow any of the 2 methods below:
Method 1: Uninstall via Windows Settings
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Go to Apps.
- Click Installed apps.
- Search for Python and click ⋮ (three dots) → Uninstall → Uninstall.
- Once uninstallation is complete, click Close.
- Search for Python Launcher and click ⋮ (three dots) → Uninstall → Uninstall.
Method 2: Uninstall via Control Panel
- Press Windows + R.
- Type
appwiz.cpland press Enter. - Find Python and right-click → Uninstall.
- Once uninstallation is complete, click Close.
- Find Python Launcher and click Uninstall.
Post-Uninstall Cleanup
Delete these folders if present to remove leftover files:
C:\Program Files\PythonXXX\%APPDATA%\Python\%LOCALAPPDATA%\Python\%LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\Python\
VERIFY Python UNINSTALL
Open Command Prompt and type:
python --version
You should see the output:
'python' is not recognized as an internal or external command
VERIFY Python Launcher UNINSTALL
Open Command Prompt and type:
py --version
You should see the output:
'py' is not recognized as an internal or external command






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