How to Uninstall or Remove the OneNote App

OneNote App is a popular note-taking application developed by Microsoft. Whether you’re using it for personal use, work, or school, you may need to uninstall it for various reasons, such as freeing up space, troubleshooting issues, or switching to a different application.

In this article we will explain multiple methods for uninstalling OneNote on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS devices, ensuring you can easily remove the app from your system such as removing the OneDrive.

How to Uninstall OneNote on Windows 11, 10, 8

Uninstalling OneNote on Windows can be done in several ways, depending on your version.

Uninstalling OneNote via Settings

1. Open the Settings app by clicking the Start menu and selecting the gear icon. 
2. Navigate to Apps then click on Installed App.
3. Scroll down and find OneNote.
4.  Press Uninstall on the three dots on the right side.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

 OneNote Uninstall by Using Control Panel

1. Open the Control Panel by typing it into the search bar on the taskbar.
2. Select Programs > Programs and Features.
3. Scroll down to find Microsoft OneNote.
4. Right-click and select Uninstall.

Uninstalling by Using PowerShell (Windows 11)

1. Open PowerShell by typing it in the search bar.
2. Type the command Get-AppxPackage *OneNote* | Remove-AppxPackage and press Enter.
3. This will uninstall OneNote from your Windows 11 system.

Uninstalling OneNote from Office 365

If you have OneNote installed as part of an Office 365 subscription, uninstalling it may require you to remove Office or just OneNote through the Office app.

Uninstall OneNote on Mac

Uninstalling OneNote on a Mac is simple:

1. Open Finder and go to the Applications folder.
2. Find OneNote and drag it to the Trash.
3. Alternatively, right-click and select Move to Trash.
4. Empty the Trash to permanently remove OneNote from your Mac.

If you have synced your notes with OneDrive, make sure your data is backed up before uninstalling.

Uninstall OneNote on Android

Uninstalling OneNote on Android is straightforward:

1. Open your Settings.
2. Go to Apps or App Management.
3. Then go to the App list.

4. Find OneNote in the list then tap on Uninstall and confirm the action.

You can also uninstall it directly from the Google Play Store by navigating to the app page and selecting Uninstall.

Uninstall OneNote on iOS (iPhone or iPad)

On iOS devices, uninstalling OneNote is as easy as:

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1. Find the OneNote app on your home screen.
2. Press and hold the app icon until a menu appears.
3. Tap Remove App, then Delete App.
4. Confirm the deletion to uninstall OneNote.

Conclusion

Uninstalling OneNote from your device is an easy process, whether you are on Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS. By following the steps mentioned in this guide, you can remove the app from your system without issues. Remember to back up any important data, as uninstalling the app may remove the local copy of your notes.

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