Microsoft is taking an important step towards making its Windows 11 operating system more flexible by giving users the option to uninstall OneDrive. This change comes on the heels of a recent update to the support documentation, clarifying that, contrary to previous notions, removing OneDrive is in fact possible on both Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Microsoft, until recently in the official documentation did not explicitly mention Windows 11 in its guide on how to "disable or uninstall OneDrive", creating confusion among users. Many of them assumed that the ability to remove the cloud storage app was only limited to Windows 10. That perception has now been clarified, with Microsoft adding detailed instructions and specifying that uninstalling OneDrive is just as easy in Windows 11.
Microsoft has improved its Windows 11 support guide with additional instructions on how to stop OneDrive sync, giving users more control over their data. It's interesting to note, however, that another document regarding the shutdown of OneDrive still only mentions Windows 10, a sign that Microsoft is in the process of updating its entire library of support documentation.
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This update by Microsoft comes as a welcome confirmation from the company, dispelling negative assumptions and underlining its openness to user feedback and the need to adapt to new European regulations, such as the Digital Markets Act.
Microsoft has made the process of uninstalling OneDrive, either from Windows 10 or Windows 11, surprisingly simple. Users just need to go to the "Add or Remove Programs" section, locate Microsoft OneDrive in the list and select the uninstall option. It is important to note that this process does not affect files stored in OneDrive; they remain accessible on the OneDrive website or through other apps, such as mobile.
Microsoft's decision to clarify the option to uninstall OneDrive in Windows 11 marks a step in the right direction towards greater transparency and customization. This added flexibility reiterates Microsoft's commitment to adapt to technological changes and the ever-evolving needs of its users, strengthening confidence in its products and services.
