Everyone’s least favorite web browser will soon be impossible to uninstall

[Karlston]

Everyone’s least favorite web browser will soon be impossible to uninstall

Microsoft Edge will remain on Windows devices, whether you like it or not

(Image credit: Microsoft)

 

The new Chromium-based version of web browser Microsoft Edge will soon be impossible to uninstall from Windows devices.

 

The new Edge browser was launched in January, replacing the outdated HTML-based version now known as Edge Legacy. Until now, Microsoft has opted for a phased approach to the rollout, but will soon push the new browser to all users.

 

However, according to a Microsoft blog post, once the transition to the new version is complete, users will no longer be able to remove Edge Chromium from their computers - at least not via the traditional avenue.

Uninstall Microsoft Edge

For years, Microsoft Edge was simply used as the vehicle through which to download Google Chrome. According to statistics from StatCounter, Edge Legacy holds just 0.98% share of the browser market (as of the end of July), compared to Chrome's colossal 65.89%.

 

By shifting to a new and improved, Chromium-based version, Microsoft is hoping to gain a foothold in the market. The new browser, in its defence, delivers a number of speed, security and performance upgrades, bringing the experience in line with what users might expect from a modern web browser.

 

 

It will also, however, soon be forced upon Windows users as part of a system update, which will make it ever-present on devices.

 

 

“We want to ensure all Windows customers have the latest Microsoft Edge browser for the performance, privacy, security, productivity and support features it offers,” reads the Microsoft blog post.

 

 

 

“The new version of Microsoft Edge is included in a Windows system update, so the option to uninstall it or use the legacy version of Microsoft will no longer be available.”

 

 

While the updated browser has generally been well received (the new version has now leapfrogged Firefox in the rankings), the inability to uninstall the new Microsoft Edge is likely to rub some users up the wrong way, perhaps cementing the browser’s reputation as Microsoft bloatware.

 

For users desperate to rid themselves of the web browser, there is a workaround, courtesy of deskmodder:

1. Navigate to 😄 \ Program Files (x86) \ Microsoft \ Edge \ Application
2. Select the current version number
3. Locate setup.exe
4. Navigate to the file path within Command Prompt
5. Execute the following command: setup.exe --uninstall --system-level --verbose-logging -- force-uninstall

Note, it is recommended that only experienced users attempt to uninstall Edge by this method.

 

 

Everyone’s least favorite web browser will soon be impossible to uninstall

 

[pintas]

I freaking love this browser. It's even better if it comes pre-installed and permanent.. And it appears it will eventually be available for linux... Can't wait!

[Sylence]

least favorite...lol these titles

[Ryrynz]

Why is it least? Isn't it actually better overall than Chrome at this point?

[Ha91]

9 hours ago, Sylence said:

least favorite...lol these titles

lol   Why don't they just put the title as you won't believe which browser is the most disliked one or simply write you can't resist what popular opinion this article reveals 🤣

[pintas]

4 hours ago, Ryrynz said:

Why is it least? Isn't it actually better overall than Chrome at this point?

 

Indeed. It's probably the first decent browser to be released in years, and for sure, best Microsoft browser to date.

[Sylence]

4 hours ago, Ryrynz said:

Why is it least? Isn't it actually better overall than Chrome at this point?

 

haters gonna hate, that's why they write those kind of articles that makes no sense.

 

i wanna know how to uninstall safari from mac or how to completely uninstall chrome from Android.

[pintas]

38 minutes ago, Sylence said:

 

haters gonna hate, that's why they write those kind of articles that makes no sense.

 

i wanna know how to uninstall safari from mac or how to completely uninstall chrome from Android.

 

 

ahahah funny nobody talks about that

[BimBamSmash]

Edge is a solid browser. The way it is being advertised and delivered is not. "Hard sell" always ignites distrust and suspicion in the average user.

[Sylence]

14 hours ago, pintas said:

ahahah funny nobody talks about that

 

Safari compared to Edge or chrome is trash. also chrome on Android preinstalled is annoying.

[Ha91]

4 hours ago, Sylence said:

 

Safari compared to Edge or chrome is trash. also chrome on Android preinstalled is annoying.

Hmm I agree although I feel that you are Bill Gates 😂😜