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• Windows 11/10: Go toSettings>Apps.SelecttheMcAfeeapplication,and then selectUninstall.
• Windows 8: Right-click the app from theStartmenu, then selectUninstall.
• Mac: Go toApplications>McAfeeSecurity Uninstaller.SelectUninstallSiteAdvisor.

This article explains how to uninstall McAfee in Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7.Instructions are also included for removing the software using McAfee's removal tool (MCPR) in Windows and for uninstalling McAfee on a Mac.

How to UninstallMcAfee in Windows 11 & 10

You can remove McAfee software without much effort using your computer's system settings.This is possible whether your computer came preinstalled with McAfeeoryou have decided to go with a different antivirus program.

1. TypeSettingsin the Windows Search box and then selectSettingsfrom the search results.  

   

2. SelectApps.If you're on Windows 11, selectApps>Installed apps.

3. TypeMcAfee in the search box and select the McAfee product you want to remove. 

4. SelectUninstall.The uninstall option is in thethree-dotmenu on Windows 11.

   

5. SelectUninstall again to confirm that you want to remove the software.

   Windows may request your permission to continue.If so, confirm once again to proceed with the uninstall.

6. After Windows uninstalls the software, close theSettingswindow.

7. Restart your computer and make sure the program was uninstalled.

How to Remove McAfee in Windows 8

1. SelectStart in the Charms bar or press theWindows keyto access the programs installed on your computer. 

2. Right-click the McAfee product you want to remove and selectUninstall.

3. From the Programs and Featureswindow, selectthe McAfee product you want to remove.

4. SelectUninstall/Change.

5. Select Uninstall again to confirm that you do want to remove the software.

   Windows may request your permission to continue. If so, confirm once again to proceed with the uninstall.

6. Wait while Windows uninstalls the software, then close thePrograms and Features window.

7. Restart your computer and make sure the program was uninstalled.

How to Uninstall McAfee in Windows 7

1. Open Control Panel by selectingStart>Control Panel.

2. Double-clickAdd or Remove Programs.

3. Select the McAfee product you want to remove. 

4. SelectAdd/Remove or Change/Remove.

5. SelectRemove.

6. Confirm that you want to proceed if Windows requests your permission to continue. 

7. Wait while Windows uninstalls the software and then close the window.

8. Restart your computer and make sure the program was uninstalled.

How to Remove McAfee in Windows Using the McAfee Removal Tool

If you are unable to remove the software through your computer's settings, you can use the MCPR (McAfee Consumer Product Removal) tool to complete the task. 

1. Download the MCPR tool from the McAfee website.

2. Double-clickMCPR.exeafter the download is complete. 

3. SelectYes, Continue. If a security warning appears, selectRun. The McAfee Software Removal tool will open.

4. SelectNexton the McAfee Software Removal screen.

   

5. SelectAgreeon the End User License Agreement (EULA) page.

6. Enter the characters shown on theSecurity Validationscreen, then selectNext.

   

7. Wait for the tool to remove the software. This may take several minutes.

8. SelectRestartwhen you see theRemoval Completemessage.

How to Uninstall McAfee From a Mac

1. Find and open theApplicationsfolder in the dock or navigate to the folder from a Finder window.

2. Open theMcAfee Internet Security Uninstallerapp.

3. Select theUninstall SiteAdvisorcheck box to remove the McAfee browser add-on.

4. SelectContinue. 

5. Enter your administrator password and selectOK.

6. SelectFinishwhen the uninstall process is complete. 

If there are multiple McAfee applications on your computer and you want to remove all of them, you need to uninstall them one at a time. 

FAQ

• Why won't McAfee uninstall?

  If you're having trouble uninstalling McAfee, try performing two removal procedures to completely delete all McAfee files. On your PC, delete the program viaSettings>Apps; then download and run the MCPR tool to complete the process. You can also use a free third-party uninstaller program to remove McAfee.

• How do I uninstall McAfee Mobile Security on an Android device?

  On your Android device, go toSettings>Apps>Special app access>Device admin appsand tap the toggle next toMcAfee Mobile Security. Then, go back toSettings>Appsto delete the app on your Android.

• How do I uninstall McAfee Safe Connect?

  McAfee Safe Connect uses a VPN for additional privacy and security for private networks and Wi-Fi hotspots. To uninstall this tool from a Windows PC, navigate toSettings>Apps>Installed apps. Select thethree dotsnext toMcAfee Safe Connect, select Uninstall, and follow the prompts.

• How do I uninstall McAfee LiveSafe?

  To uninstall McAfee LiveSafe, go toSettings>Apps>Installed apps. Select thethree-dotmenu next toMcAfee LiveSafe, then selectUninstall. Or download and run the McAfee Consumer Product Removal tool (MCPR).