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Amirioh
Aug 28, 2026Copper Contributor
How to remove all the bloatware apps from Windows 11?
Hi. My Windows 11 computer has many preinstalled apps I never use, which take up storage and make the system feel cluttered. I want to safely uninstall unnecessary applications without removing anyth...
Coltonaip
Aug 28, 2026Copper Contributor
The most fundamental method involves using built-in PowerShell commands yourself. This offers the highest degree of complexity and control, as you are writing and executing the commands directly.
You can remove all the bloatware apps from Windows 11 by using this tool in a few different ways:
1. Download the Script: You'll need to save the script as a .ps1 file (like win10_11remove bloatware.ps1).
2. Run PowerShell as Administrator: Right-click on the PowerShell icon and select "Run as administrator".
3. Execute the Script: You can run it in different modes:
- Interactive Mode: This will show you a list of detected apps and let you choose what to remove.
- Auto-Remove Mode: Use the command .\win10_11_remove_bloatware.ps1 -RemoveAll to automatically remove all the bloatware apps from Windows 11 without further input.
- Scan Only Mode: Use .\win10_11remove bloatware. ps1 -ScanOnly to just see what would be removed without actually making changes.
Important Considerations
- Preserves Essential Apps: The tool is designed to only target known bloatware and will preserve important system apps to avoid breaking your system.
- Prevents Reinstallation: It also includes a provisioned package cleanup feature, which prevents the bloatware from being reinstalled automatically for new users on the same machine.