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Eorku
Iron Contributor
Mar 03, 2026

How to hide the desktop watermark in the Windows 11 Preview?

The preview version watermark keeps displaying at the bottom right corner of the desktop, and I'd like to hide it. What methods are available?

 

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  • Hassanui's avatar
    Hassanui
    Brass Contributor

    The watermark indicating that you're running a Windows Insider Preview version typically appears on the bottom right corner of the desktop. Hiding or removing this watermark can be challenging because it's embedded into the OS to indicate the preview status.

  • Noreen's avatar
    Noreen
    Iron Contributor

    Removing the Insider Preview watermark may violate Microsoft's terms of use for Insider builds.

    It can also make your system less transparent regarding its development status.

    Always back up your data before attempting advanced modifications.

  • Azraelen's avatar
    Azraelen
    Brass Contributor

    The most straightforward and legitimate way is to purchase a license or activate the full version of the software. This will remove the watermark officially.

    • l33ter's avatar
      l33ter
      Iron Contributor

      xD - Simply leaving the “Insider Programme” won't be possible without a complete reinstallation of Windows 11! So the logo will remain!