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HOW TO UNINSTALL FIREFOX FROM WINDOWS 11

Published: December 1, 2025 (Updated: Dec 1, 2025)

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Windows 11 Tutorial: How to Easily Uninstall Firefox Using Control Panel

Hi there, tech enthusiasts! Darren here from Darren’s Tech Tutorials.

Every now and then, you might need to clean house on your computer. Whether you’re switching to a new browser, freeing up disk space, or troubleshooting an issue, knowing the proper way to completely remove software is crucial.

In this quick and straightforward guide, we’re going to walk you through the traditional—and often most reliable—method for uninstalling the Firefox browser from your Windows 11 system using the classic Control Panel. This method is fast, effective, and works for most other applications as well!

Let’s dive right in and get that program uninstalled.

Step 1: Accessing the Control Panel

The first step in removing any application is finding the right utility within Windows 11. Although modern Windows 11 settings offer uninstall features, the Control Panel remains the most robust method.

  1. Locate the Search Bar: Click the Search icon (magnifying glass) on your Windows 11 taskbar, or press the Windows key.
  2. Search for Control Panel: Type control or control panel into the search field.
  3. Open the Utility: Click on the Control Panel application that appears in the search results.

Step 2: Locating the Uninstall Program Utility

Once the Control Panel is open, we need to navigate to the list of installed applications.

  1. Find Programs: Depending on how your Control Panel is viewed (Category, Large icons, or Small icons), locate the Programs section.
  2. Select Uninstall: Under the Programs heading, click on Uninstall a program (this may also be labeled “Programs and Features” depending on your view settings).
  3. The List Appears: You will now see a comprehensive list of every piece of software installed on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 3: Running the Firefox Uninstaller

Now that we have the list open, finding and removing Firefox is the final step.

  1. Find Firefox: Scroll through the list until you locate Mozilla Firefox.
  2. Start the Removal: Click on the Firefox entry once to select it, then click the Uninstall button at the top of the window. Alternatively, you can simply double-click the Firefox entry.
  3. Confirm Permissions: Windows will likely prompt you for administrator permission to run the uninstaller. Click Yes.
  4. Follow the Wizard: The Firefox Uninstaller Wizard will launch. This wizard is designed to guide you through the process:
    • If prompted to refresh or reset settings, select the option to skip this or decline the refresh (since we want a full removal).
    • Click Next and then click the final Uninstall button to begin the removal process.

The uninstall process will run quickly. Once the progress bar is complete, the Firefox icon will vanish from your application list and any shortcuts should disappear from your desktop and taskbar.

  1. Finish: Click Finish to close the wizard.

That’s it! Firefox is now completely gone from your Windows 11 system.

Conclusion: Clean Up Complete!

Congratulations! You successfully navigated the Control Panel and cleanly uninstalled the Firefox browser from your computer. This traditional method is highly effective for ensuring all core program files are removed, keeping your Windows 11 system running smoothly and efficiently.

I hope this quick tutorial was helpful! If you’re looking for more easy-to-follow tech guides and troubleshooting tips for Windows, be sure to like this post and subscribe to Darren’s Tech Tutorials.

Thanks for watching, and we’ll catch you in the next video!