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== gpt-5-2 ==
=== User: how to uninstall or disable OneDrive in windows 11 ===
how to uninstall or disable OneDrive in windows 11

=== Assistant: Here are the safe, proven ways to disable or uninstall OneDrive in Windows 11, starting from least invasive → most perm… ===
Here are the safe, proven ways to disable or uninstall OneDrive in Windows 11, starting from least invasive → most permanent. I’ll note what each option actually does, so you can choose what fits your setup best.

==== Option 1: Pause or Disable OneDrive Sync (Easiest & Reversible) ====

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Best if: You don’t want files syncing but want OneDrive available later.
# Click the OneDrive cloud icon in the system tray
# Click ⚙️ Settings
# Select Pause syncing → choose a duration (or)
# Under Account, click Unlink this PC

✔ OneDrive stays installed
✔ No file syncing
✔ Can be re-enabled instantly

==== Option 2: Disable OneDrive from Startup (Stops It From Running) ====

Best if: You don’t want OneDrive running at all.

===== Method A – Settings =====
# Settings → Apps → Startup
# Toggle Microsoft OneDrive → Off

===== Method B – Task Manager =====
# Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc
# Go to Startup apps
# Right-click Microsoft OneDrive → Disable

✔ OneDrive remains installed
✔ Never auto-launches
✔ No background CPU/RAM use

==== Option 3: Uninstall OneDrive Normally (Most Users Should Do This) ====

Best if: You don’t use OneDrive at all.
# Settings → Apps → Installed apps
# Find Microsoft OneDrive
# Click ⋯ → Uninstall

✔ Removes OneDrive
✔ Leaves your local files intact
✔ Can be reinstalled later

⚠️ Files stored only in OneDrive cloud will no longer sync—download first if needed.

==== Option 4: Fully Disable OneDrive via Group Policy (Pro / Enterprise) ====

Best if: You never want OneDrive available (corporate / clean builds).
# Press Win + R → type gpedit.msc
# Go to: ``<code> Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → OneDrive <syntaxhighlight>3. Double-click Prevent the usage of OneDrive for file storage
# Set to Enabled
# Restart

✔ OneDrive completely disabled
✔ No background services
✔ Survives Windows updates

==== Option 5: Command-Line Removal (Advanced / Power Users) ====

Run Command Prompt as Administrator:

===== 64-bit Windows (most systems): =====

</syntaxhighlight>cmd
%SystemRoot%\SysWOW64\OneDriveSetup.exe /uninstall

<syntaxhighlight>
===== 32-bit Windows: =====

</syntaxhighlight>cmd
%SystemRoot%\System32\OneDriveSetup.exe /uninstall

<syntaxhighlight>
✔ Immediate removal
✔ No UI interaction
✔ Good for scripts or clean builds

==== Important Cleanup Tip (Optional) ====

If OneDrive created folders in your profile:

</syntaxhighlight>
C:\Users\YourName\OneDrive

</code>``

You can safely delete that folder after uninstalling.

==== My Recommendation (Based on Real-World Use) ====
* Just want it gone? → Option 3 (Uninstall)
* Clean workstation / no cloud? → Option 4
* Temporary disable? → Option 2
* IT / scripting / VM builds? → Option 5

If you want, tell me:
* Home vs Pro edition
* Local account or Microsoft account
* Desktop / laptop / work machine

…and I’ll give you the exact best method for your setup.

== References ==
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