Uninstall Microsoft News on Windows 11
If you no longer use the Microsoft News app on your Windows 11 PC, uninstalling it is a simple way to reduce clutter and keep your Start menu organized. While Microsoft News is designed to provide personalized news, weather updates, and trending stories, many users prefer getting their news from a web browser or another news application. Removing an app that you do not use can make your system feel cleaner and easier to navigate.
Whether you prefer using the Start menu, Settings, or Windows PowerShell, each method only takes a few minutes.
Let’s explore them!
Uninstall Microsoft News on Windows 11
The Microsoft News app is a standard Windows application that can usually be removed just like many other installed apps. Depending on how Windows was installed or updated on your computer, one method may work better than another.
Before you begin, make sure you have saved any work and closed the Microsoft News app if it is currently open.
Now, let’s perform the steps in order!
Step 1: Close the Microsoft News App
The first thing you should do is make sure Microsoft News is not running.
Click the Start button and check whether the app is currently open. If you see Microsoft News on your desktop, click the X button in the upper-right corner of the window to close it.
If the app appears to remain active, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager. Look through the list of running applications. If you find Microsoft News, select it and click End Task.
Closing the app ensures Windows can remove it without encountering any files that are currently in use. Although Windows can sometimes uninstall an open application, closing it first helps prevent unnecessary errors.
Once the application is completely closed, you are ready to begin the uninstall process.
Step 2: Open the Installed Apps List
The easiest place to manage applications in Windows 11 is the Settings app.
Click the Start button and choose Settings. You can also press Windows + I on your keyboard to open Settings instantly.
In the left navigation pane, click Apps.
Next, click Installed apps.
Windows will display a complete list of programs and apps installed on your computer. Depending on how many applications you have installed, the list may take a few seconds to load.
At the top of the page, you will see a Search apps box. This makes it much easier to find a specific application instead of scrolling through the entire list.
Step 3: Find Microsoft News
Click inside the Search apps box.
Type Microsoft News.
Windows immediately filters the installed applications and displays matching results.
If you see Microsoft News in the search results, you are ready to remove it.
If nothing appears, the app may already have been removed from your computer. In some Windows versions, Microsoft News may also appear under a slightly different name after certain updates, so checking carefully is worthwhile.
Finding the app through the search feature saves time and reduces the chance of uninstalling the wrong application.
Step 4: Uninstall Microsoft News
Locate Microsoft News in the search results. Click the three dot menu next to the application’s name. Select Uninstall.
Windows asks whether you are sure you want to remove the application.
Click Uninstall again to confirm.
The removal process usually takes less than a minute. During this time, Windows deletes the application’s files and removes its shortcuts from your system.
Once the process finishes, Microsoft News disappears from the Installed apps list.
At this point, the application has been successfully removed from your Windows 11 computer.
Step 5: Verify That Microsoft News Has Been Removed
After the uninstall process finishes, it is a good idea to confirm everything worked correctly.
Click the Start button.
Type Microsoft News into the search box.
If Windows cannot find the application, the uninstall was successful.
You can also return to Settings > Apps > Installed apps and search again for Microsoft News. If it no longer appears, the application has been completely removed.
Verifying the removal gives you confidence that the app is no longer installed and prevents confusion later if you try searching for it again.
Use Windows PowerShell if the Uninstall Option Is Missing
Occasionally, some Windows installations may not display the normal Uninstall option. In this situation, you can remove Microsoft News using Windows PowerShell.
Click the Start button.
Type PowerShell.
Right-click Windows PowerShell and choose Run as administrator.
If the User Account Control window appears, click Yes.
In the PowerShell window, enter the command used to remove the Microsoft News package from your user account.
Press Enter and wait for Windows to complete the command.
If the command finishes without displaying an error, close PowerShell and restart your computer.
After restarting, search for Microsoft News to confirm that it has been removed successfully.
Although PowerShell may seem intimidating to new users, it is simply another Windows management tool that can remove apps when the standard uninstall option is unavailable.
Additional Tips
Before uninstalling Microsoft News, make sure you actually do not need the app because reinstalling it later requires downloading it again through the Microsoft Store.
Restarting your computer after removing the app helps Windows finish any remaining cleanup tasks.
If your goal is simply to stop seeing news content, you may not need to uninstall the app. Windows 11 also allows you to disable news-related features such as Widgets, depending on your preferences.
Keep Windows updated so the uninstall process works correctly and you have access to the latest improvements and bug fixes.
If Microsoft News returns after a major Windows update, you can repeat the same uninstall steps without affecting your personal files.
FAQs
Can I safely uninstall Microsoft News from Windows 11?
Yes. Microsoft News is not required for Windows 11 to operate normally. Removing it will not affect your computer’s performance or core Windows features.
Will uninstalling Microsoft News delete my personal files?
No. The app mainly displays online news content. Removing it does not delete your documents, pictures, or other personal data.
Can I reinstall Microsoft News later?
Yes. If you decide you want the app again, you can download it from the Microsoft Store.
Why do I not see the Uninstall option?
Some Windows editions or administrator-managed devices may restrict app removal. In those cases, Windows PowerShell may be required, or your organization may have disabled app removal.
Does uninstalling Microsoft News improve performance?
Removing the app will not dramatically speed up your PC, but it can reduce clutter in the Start menu and free a small amount of storage space.
Is Microsoft News the same as the Widgets news feed?
No. Microsoft News is an application, while the Widgets panel is a Windows feature that can display news from Microsoft services. Removing the app does not necessarily disable news in Widgets.
Summary
Uninstalling Microsoft News on Windows 11 is a quick and straightforward process that helps keep your computer organized by removing applications you no longer use. Most users can complete the task through Settings > Apps > Installed apps, while Windows PowerShell provides an alternative if the standard uninstall option is unavailable.
After removing the app, verify that it no longer appears in the Start menu or the Installed apps list. If you ever change your mind, you can easily install it again through the Microsoft Store.