{"id":71795,"date":"2025-09-03T10:55:15","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T02:55:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/?p=71795"},"modified":"2025-09-05T16:34:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T08:34:48","slug":"how-to-uninstall-discord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/how-to-uninstall-discord\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Completely Uninstall Discord: A Detailed Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Uninstalling Discord is not easy. For example, you might not be able to uninstall it, or you still find traces of Discord after uninstalling its app. That\u2019s why you\u2019re searching for a guide on how to uninstall Discord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the right place. Next, we\u2019ll show you how to completely uninstall Discord on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux, including removing the app and deleting the leftover files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Uninstall Discord: A Complete Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to delete Discord\u2019s app and files from different operating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove Discord from Windows 10\/11<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To completely uninstall Discord from a Windows 10\/11 PC, you\u2019ll need to remove both the app and the residual files. Here\u2019s how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Press <strong>Ctrl<\/strong> <strong>+<\/strong> <strong>Shift<\/strong> <strong>+<\/strong> <strong>Esc<\/strong> to open Task Manager and exit Discord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Press <strong>Win + R<\/strong> to open the Run dialog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Type <strong>Control Panel<\/strong> and press Enter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Choose <strong>Programs and Features<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Right-click on Discord and choose \u201cUninstall\u201d. The Discord application should be uninstalled from your PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/how-to-uninstall-discord-1.png\" alt=\"Right-click on Discord and Choose \u201cUninstall\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-71796\" style=\"border-width:1px;width:494px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/how-to-uninstall-discord-1.png 727w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/how-to-uninstall-discord-1-300x184.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>6. To fully remove Discord from your Windows PC, you should also clear the residual files. The Discord folders should be in these paths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>C disk &gt; Users<\/strong> <strong>&gt;<\/strong> <strong>AppData<\/strong> <strong>&gt;<\/strong> <strong>Local &gt; Discord<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C disk &gt; Users<\/strong> <strong>&gt;<\/strong> <strong>AppData<\/strong> <strong>&gt;<\/strong> <strong>Roaming &gt; Discord<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Restart your PC to finish the uninstallation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uninstall Discord on macOS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like uninstalling Discord on Windows, the process on macOS contains two main steps: one is to delete the Discord app, and the second is to clear the leftover files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to uninstall Discord on a macOS device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Completely close Discord in <strong>Activity Monitor<\/strong>. You can directly search for this tool using Spotlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Go to <strong>Finder<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Applications<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Find the Discord application and drag it into the Trash to uninstall it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. To completely uninstall Discord from your Mac, clear the residual files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Press <strong>Shift + Command + G<\/strong> to open <strong>Go to Folder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Enter the following paths, find Discord\u2019s files, and move them to Trash. Ensure the folder name is correct before deleting it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>~\/Library\/Application Support\/discord<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>~\/Library\/Caches\/com.hnc.Discord<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>~\/Library\/Preferences\/com.hnc.Discord.plist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>~\/Library\/Logs\/Discord<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Empty the Trash and restart your Mac to complete the uninstallation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove Discord from Linux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To completely remove Discord from Linux, you can execute a command using the terminal. However, please ensure the entered command is correct, or your important data on Linux might be lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to uninstall Discord from a Linux device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Press <strong>Ctrl + Alt + T<\/strong> to open the terminal on your Linux device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Execute this command in the terminal: <strong>sudo apt remove discord<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm the execution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restart your Linux device. Now, Discord is completely uninstalled from your Linux device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uninstall Discord on Android<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Uninstalling Discord on Android is very easy. Simply long-press the Discord icon and select \u201cUninstall\u201d. Then, confirm the action by choosing \u201cUninstall\u201d again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discord\u2019s app, along with the data, will be fully removed from your Android device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uninstall Discord on iOS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Discord\u2019s uninstallation on an iOS device is similar to that on Android. Long-press the Discord icon and choose \u201cDelete App\u201d. Then, confirm the action. Discord\u2019s app and data will be completely uninstalled from your iOS device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can\u2019t Uninstall Discord? Try These Fixes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t uninstall Discord or remove its related files, it could be due to permission issues, file corruption, or other problems. Here are some solutions to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Make sure Discord is completely closed:<\/strong> If you can\u2019t uninstall Discord, it might be because Discord\u2019s processes are still running in the background. You can go to the task manager to close them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Try installing Discord again:<\/strong> Sometimes, Discord-related files might be corrupted, preventing you from uninstalling it. You can try <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">re-downloading Discord<\/a> to overwrite the corrupted files. If you&#8217;re unable to run the installer, try running it as an administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use third-party software to force uninstall Discord:<\/strong> Specific tools like Revo Uninstaller can help you force remove Discord\u2019s app and files, erasing all traces of Discord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Force delete locked files:<\/strong> Sometimes, some Discord files don\u2019t allow you to delete them. In such a case, you can try taking ownership of the file first. To do so, right-click the folder, select <strong>Properties &gt; Security &gt; Advanced &gt; Owner &gt; Change<\/strong>. Enter your username and click <strong>OK<\/strong> to take ownership. Now, see if you can delete the file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scan your device for viruses:<\/strong> If you can\u2019t uninstall Discord, malware or corrupted files could be interfering with the process. Run a full virus scan to ensure your system is clean, then try uninstalling Discord again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/how-to-contact-discord-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Contact Discord support<\/a>:<\/strong> If none of the above methods work, seek assistance from Discord support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px;background-color:#ffefd8;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p>Tip: To prevent your device from being attacked by hackers, try using a VPN to encrypt your data. <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">LightningX VPN<\/a> is a great option. It provides robust encryption for your data, allowing you to safely surf online. It offers a large server fleet, with 2,000+ servers in 70+ countries, contributing to a super-fast connection speed. It offers a free trial for beginners and a 30-day money-back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.292), 1.05rem);\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-2-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/download\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:100px;background-color:#ffb700;padding-top:10px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:30px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get LightningX VPN<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens After You Uninstall Discord?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. On a desktop, if you only uninstall the Discord app, your account data might still be stored on your device. And after you reinstall Discord, you might find that your credentials still appear on Discord\u2019s login page. However, if you delete Discord\u2019s residual files, these credentials will be lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Removing Discord\u2019s files, along with its app, can delete all traces of Discord, such as its notification pop-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Sometimes, your Discord might experience errors like \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/discord-no-route\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Discord No Route<\/a>\u201d and \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d. Uninstalling and reinstalling it might fix these issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. If you find that some applications won\u2019t open, it might be because Discord\u2019s program files are conflicting with them. A full uninstallation of Discord can solve this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/fix-discord-update-failed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">How to Fix Discord Update Failed (Loop) Error \u2013 10 Ways<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Uninstalling Discord is straightforward: On Windows, you can uninstall it through Settings; on macOS, drag the app folder to the Trash; on mobile devices, long-press the app icon to delete it directly. On a desktop, you can also delete residual files to remove Discord traces completely. Note that this will also delete your login credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unable to uninstall Discord, try these solutions: Ensure the Discord program is completely closed, reinstall Discord, use a third-party tool to force uninstall, or run a virus scan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uninstalling Discord is not easy. 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