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How to remove Microsoft Copilot from my computer

Bernadette Schilz 0 Reputation points
2026-01-01T03:03:24.3133333+00:00

Microsoft took it upon themselves to install this Copilot software onto my computer and I want to know how to remove this program I never asked for.

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  1. Hendrix-V 14,590 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-01-01T07:25:36.8+00:00

    Hello Bernadette Schilz,

    Welcome to the Microsoft Q&A Forum.

    I understand how frustrating it can be to see something new appear on your computer when you didn’t actively choose to install it.

    On Windows devices, Copilot can appear in a few different forms, and removal depends on which one is installed. Here are some possible options that you can try to remove or turn Microsoft Copilot off.

    If Copilot appears as a regular app in your list of installed programs, it can usually be removed completely.

    • Open Settings > Apps > Installed apps
    • Locate Microsoft Copilot then select Uninstall

    On some Windows 11 systems, Copilot is integrated into the operating system. In these cases, it may not be listed as a standard app. While it can’t be fully removed from system files, it can be turned off so it no longer appears or runs.

    • Open Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Copilot OFF
    • Open Settings > Personalization > Text input > Customize Copilot key on keyboard (Optional)

    For Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise devices, IT‑level settings (such as Group Policy or registry options) can also be used to keep Copilot permanently disabled.

    I look forward to receiving your update. Let me know if you need further assistance, feel free to ask me by clicking "Add Comment" or "Add Answer" if you cannot add comment so your response will be visible. Thanks for your effort.

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    2026-01-01T03:03:29.53+00:00

    To remove the Microsoft Copilot app from your computer, you can follow these steps:

    1. Uninstall the Copilot app: Go to Settings > Apps > Installed Apps. Find the Copilot app in the list, select the three dots next to it, and choose Uninstall from the dropdown menu.
    2. Prevent installation of the Copilot app (if you're an IT administrator): You can configure an AppLocker policy to prevent the installation of the Copilot app. This involves setting up the policy before installing a Windows update. The policy should specify the publisher and package name for the Copilot app.

    If you need more detailed instructions on configuring AppLocker, you can refer to the relevant Microsoft documentation.

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