Microsoft Invasive Software

Question

I do not want one drive, I do not want microsoft storage.

I seem unable to opt out of these features in my account.

I can unlink my PC I can uninstall one drive but these features are still tied to my account so when i go on my phone bam all the invasive crap is there and i dont want it

Answer 1

Dear @Euan Wood,

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum.

I apologize for any inconvenience you may encounter when using our services/ products. Based on your description, kindly try these following steps:

Turn off “backup to OneDrive”

• Click the OneDrive cloud icon > Settings > Sync and backup > Manage backup
• Turn off Desktop / Documents / Pictures > Stop backup
• Then unlink OneDrive from the PC.

Remove the OneDrive mobile app (workaround option if you do not want to use OneDrive)

• Android: uninstall or disable the app in Settings > Apps > OneDrive
• iPhone: press-hold OneDrive > remove app

Note: I understand you would like to remove OneDrive entirely from your Microsoft account; however, there is currently no single switch to do so while still keeping the same Microsoft account for email, Xbox, and Microsoft Store sign-in.

I sincerely hope you understand that the initial steps I suggested may not have completely fixed the issue, as there may still be underlying causes that have not yet been identified. I am here to work closely with you, troubleshoot effectively, and explore every possible solution to ensure the best possible outcome.

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