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How to Uninstall Apps on Windows (Without Leaving Leftover Junk Data)

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Take a look in the Control Panel for apps you've installed but never use. Also peek at those apps with trial expired. They all consume hard disk space and valuable system resources. Even on a new machine, you may see all sorts of junk apps and bloatware.

Since the built-in uninstaller isn't powerful enough to remove apps, third-party uninstaller apps could be of great help. We'll show you how to uninstall apps on Windows without leaving any leftover data.

Should You Uninstall That App?

Once you install a dozen or more apps, you forget their purpose and intent over time. A quick search can give a brief overview of the app. If you want to get more details, head to Should I Remove It. It's an online database of a huge number of apps. Based on the crowdsourced data from other users, it grades the app's popularity, ranking, stats, and more.

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For more convenience, check out PC Decrapifier. It analyzes apps installed in your computer and divides them into three categories: Recommended, Questionable, and Everything Else. Based on the crowdsourced data from other users, it gives you suggestions on apps you should uninstall or keep.


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