How to completely remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10

How to completely remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10.

Internet Explorer has always been the default browser for Windows. Though still supported in Windows 10, it has become a real threat to users due to performance issues and fewer features compared to its competitors, and Microsoft has replaced it with Microsoft Edge.

Ignoring many users, due to the above reasons, Microsoft chose to keep Internet Explorer 11 installed on Windows 10, but not as a default browser. Recently, the company advised users of its operating system to remove this browser in their computers. Here's how to completely remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10.

Removing Internet Explorer from Windows is done through the original features of the system, meaning that the following explanation will not pose any risk to your files or Windows. If you regret uninstalling your browser, you can also reinstall it any time you deem necessary.

How to remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10

In addition to the above warnings, it is also necessary to uninstall any other software, this requires an account with administrator or manager privileges on the device.

Open the Start menu and search for Control Panel.

In the "Programs" section, click "Uninstall a program":

Now, you should note that Internet Explorer is not part of the list. Then click "Enable or disable Windows features":

In the window that appears, find and deselect Internet Explorer 11 in the list. In the message that appears, click "Yes", then "OK":

Restart your computer.

After you restart the computer, you notice that Internet Explorer no longer exists in Windows. If you need to restore it, just follow the step by step above, check the box next to it in the list and restart your computer until it is reinstalled.