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How to Uninstall McAfee if It Won’t Uninstall [4 Easy Ways]

Surefire ways to remove the product and its components

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Updated onOctober 1, 2024

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YourMcAfee Antivirus licensehas just expired. You tried to remove the software from your computer but some strange error messages prevent you from completing the procedure correctly.

Do not despair, this guide can help you solve the problem. From the traditional removal method to theuse of a specialized uninstaller tool, this guide will show you how to remove McAfee completely.

Why does McAfee keep popping up after Uninstall?

This is because the antivirus wasn’t completely or successfully removed from your computer.

If you can’t uninstall McAfee on your computer, it is likely because you are doing it wrongly. For example, trying to uninstall any McAfee tool on your PC from Settings, instead of the Control Panel will likely be an effort in futility.

Also, there is a special McAfee Removal tool designed by the developers for the complete removal of the software and its components. So, you can always use that too.

What do I do if McAfee won’t Uninstall?

1. Uninstall McAfee

TypecontrolinWindows Search, then click onControl Panelfrom results.

2.Click onUninstall a programunder theProgramsoption.

Select the icon for McAfee tool to remove and click theUninstall / Changebutton.
In the window that opens, click on theYesbutton.
Put the checkmark next to the entries McAfee LiveSafe (or McAfee Internet Security) and Remove all files for this program.
Finally, follow the simple onscreen instructions to complete the process and restart your PC.

In addition, it’s also advised to remove SiteAdvisor software by following the aforementioned steps. This will also help you with the McAfee WebAdvisor uninstall.

2. Uninstall McAfee using the removal tool

This tool will not just help you solve the McAfee antivirus won’t uninstall issue but also help with the removal of WebAdvisor and LiveSafe.

Remember to go to McAfee’s website to deactivate the antivirus license after removing it.

Also, it’s recommended to use the removal utility as soon as you download it. The software is constantly updated and if you don’t have the latest version, it might not work properly.

3. Force McAfee to uninstall from Command Prompt

4. Uninstall McAfee apps from smartphones and tablets

Alternatively, to get the same result from theSettings menu. With the steps in this guide, we believe you should be able to delete the software and all its components.

Whether you want to get rid of bugs likeMcAfee changing search engine, or your subscription expired, the steps above should help you force an uninstall.

Lastly, it would be best if you considered installing an alternative piece of antivirus software that will keep you safe at all times.ESETis the one that we are currently using and that we highly suggest to everyone.

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Please, be free to let us know if you were able to remove the software in the comments below.

How to Uninstall McAfee if It Won’t Uninstall [4 Easy Ways]#

Why does McAfee keep popping up after Uninstall?#

What do I do if McAfee won’t Uninstall?#

1. Uninstall McAfee#

2. Uninstall McAfee using the removal tool#

3. Force McAfee to uninstall from Command Prompt#

4. Uninstall McAfee apps from smartphones and tablets#