Uninstall Phone Link App on Windows 11 | Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction
The Phone Link app on Windows 11 allows you to sync your smartphone with your PC for notifications, messages, and more. However, if you no longer need this app or prefer not to use it, you can easily uninstall it. Follow this guide to remove the Phone Link app from your Windows 11 system.
1. Open the Settings App
- Press Win + I: Open the Windows Settings app by pressing the Windows key and the ‘I’ key simultaneously.
- Navigate to Apps: In the Settings window, click on “Apps” from the sidebar menu.
2. Access Installed Apps
- Click on Apps & Features: Under the Apps section, select “Apps & features.” This will show you a list of all installed apps on your system.
3. Locate the Phone Link App
- Search for Phone Link: In the Apps & Features section, use the search bar or scroll through the list to find “Phone Link.”
4. Uninstall the Phone Link App
- Select the Phone Link App: Click on the Phone Link app from the list to expand its options.
- Click Uninstall: You will see an “Uninstall” button. Click it to begin the removal process.
- Confirm Uninstallation: A confirmation dialog will appear. Click “Uninstall” again to confirm that you want to remove the app.
5. Verify Uninstallation
- Check Installed Apps List: Return to the Apps & Features list to ensure that Phone Link is no longer listed.
- Restart Your PC: It’s a good idea to restart your computer to ensure that all components related to Phone Link are fully removed.
6. Troubleshooting
If Phone Link Is Not Listed:
- Check Optional Features: Sometimes, the Phone Link app might be part of Windows Optional Features. Go to Settings > Apps > Optional Features and check if it’s listed there.
If Uninstall Fails:
- Use PowerShell: Open PowerShell as an administrator and run the command
Get-AppxPackage *PhoneLink* | Remove-AppxPackage
to remove the app.
Conclusion
Removing the Phone Link app from Windows 11 is a straightforward process that helps keep your system clean and organized. If you ever need the app again, you can easily reinstall it from the Microsoft Store.
For more detailed instructions and visual guidance, watch this video for more details.