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How do I completely uninstall microsoft edge in windows 11?
This method will completely prevent Edge from launching, but it may cause certain Windows features to stop working properly.
Step 1: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager, locate all Microsoft Edge processes, and end them one by one.
Step 2: Open File Explorer and navigate to the following path:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\
Step 3: Right-click the Application folder → Properties → Security → Advanced.
Step 4: Click Change next to Owner, enter your current Windows username, check the box for Replace owner on subcontainers and objects, then click Apply and OK.
Step 5: Locate msedge.exe in the folder, right-click it, and rename it to msedge.exe.bak.
Step 6: Close the window—Edge will now be unable to launch.
To restore Edge, simply rename the file back to msedge.exe.
Now all you have to do is use another program to uninstall Edge.
If you want a more thorough solution, you can use a dedicated tool or system command to completely uninstall edge browser in windows 11 after disabling the executable. This way, you not only block Edge from running but also truly completely uninstall edge browser in windows 11 from your system.