How to Uninstall the Microsoft Store on Windows 10/11 (3 Methods)

To uninstall the Microsoft Store on Windows 10 or 11, open PowerShell as administrator and run Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage. Press Enter and the Store will be removed from your system within seconds. If you prefer a graphical interface, you can use Winhance or HiBit Uninstaller to remove it without touching the command line.

Applies to: Windows 10 (22H2) and Windows 11 (23H2, 24H2, 25H2) | Last updated: March 31, 2026

Key Takeaways

• One PowerShell command removes the Store — Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage run as administrator is all it takes
• Winhance provides a GUI option — toggle the Microsoft Store off from the Software & Apps section without using PowerShell
• HiBit Uninstaller can remove the Store and other built-in apps through its Windows Store Apps Manager tool
• Removing the Store is completely safe — it does not affect Windows Updates or apps you already have installed
• You can always get it back — follow my guide to reinstalling the Microsoft Store if you change your mind

Quick Steps:

1. Right-click the Start button and select PowerShell (Admin) or Terminal (Admin)
2. Paste the command: Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage
3. Press Enter and wait a few seconds
4. Close PowerShell — the Microsoft Store is now uninstalled

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In This Guide

This guide covers three methods to completely remove the Microsoft Store from Windows 10 and Windows 11:

• Method 1: PowerShell — The fastest option. A single command removes the Store for your user account.
• Method 2: Winhance — A GUI tool that lets you toggle the Store on or off with a checkbox.
• Method 3: HiBit Uninstaller — A third-party uninstaller that removes the Store along with all its leftover files.

Why Would You Want to Uninstall the Microsoft Store?

The Microsoft Store comes pre-installed on Windows 10 and 11, and Microsoft does not give you an easy way to remove it through Settings — the uninstall button is simply not there. But that does not mean you are stuck with it.

During my years working in computer repair and support, I set up a lot of computers for businesses and individuals. Some businesses did not want their staff downloading apps through the Store at all. Others just wanted a cleaner system without extra Microsoft apps running in the background. If you are removing Windows bloatware as part of a broader cleanup, the Store is often on the list.

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Method 1: Uninstall Microsoft Store With PowerShell (Fastest)

This is the quickest method — a single command, no extra software needed.

1. Right-click the Start button and select PowerShell (Admin) or Terminal (Admin). If you do not see either option, search for PowerShell in the Start menu, right-click it, and choose Run as administrator.
2. Paste the following command using Ctrl + V:

Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage

3. Press Enter to run it. The command completes within a few seconds — you will not see much output, and that is normal.
4. Close PowerShell. The Microsoft Store is now uninstalled — it will disappear from your Start menu and taskbar.

Tip: Make sure you opened PowerShell as an administrator. Running it without admin rights will not let you remove system apps.

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Method 2: Use Winhance to Remove the Microsoft Store (GUI)

If you prefer not to use PowerShell, my free tool Winhance lets you remove the Microsoft Store (and other built-in apps) through a simple graphical interface.

1. Download Winhance from winhance.net and install it
2. Open Winhance and go to the Software & Apps section
3. Find Microsoft Store in the Windows Apps list
4. Select it and click Uninstall Selected Items

Winhance is also useful if you want to remove multiple built-in apps at once — you can select several apps and uninstall them in one go. It is a much easier approach if you are looking to do a broader cleanup of Windows bloatware.

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Method 3: Use HiBit Uninstaller to Remove the Microsoft Store

HiBit Uninstaller is a free third-party tool with a built-in Windows Store Apps Manager. It is useful if you want to remove multiple Store apps at once and prefer to create a system restore point before making changes.

1. Download the portable version of HiBit Uninstaller from the official website
2. Extract the zip file and double-click the executable to launch it (click Run anyway if SmartScreen appears)
3. Click Tools on the right side, then select Windows Store Apps Manager
4. Find Microsoft Store in the list and check the box next to it — you can also select other apps you want to remove (Cortana, Phone Link, etc.)
5. Click Uninstall Selected and accept the prompt to create a system restore point
6. Click Start to begin the uninstallation

Tip: Always accept the system restore point prompt. If anything goes wrong, you can revert to the restore point through Settings > System > Recovery (or search “System Restore” in the Start menu).

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What Happens After Removing the Microsoft Store?

Once the Store is removed, you will not be able to install new apps through it. Apps you already have installed will continue to work — removing the Store only removes the Store app itself, not anything you downloaded through it.

One thing to keep in mind: major Windows updates can sometimes reinstall removed system apps, including the Microsoft Store. If it reappears after an update, just run the same PowerShell command again.

If you need to install apps that are normally only available through the Store, you can still do it without the Store using alternative methods like UniGetUI or an online link generator. And if you are looking to uninstall Microsoft Edge as well, I have a separate guide for that — it is a similar process for another built-in app that Microsoft normally does not let you remove the easy way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to uninstall the Microsoft Store?

Yes, it is completely safe. Removing the Microsoft Store does not break Windows or cause any instability. You will just lose the ability to install new apps through the Store until you reinstall it.

Will removing the Store delete apps I already installed from it?

No. Apps you have already installed through the Store will stay on your computer. The PowerShell command only removes the Store app itself, not anything you downloaded through it.

Can I reinstall the Microsoft Store if I change my mind?

Yes. I cover multiple methods to get the Store back in my Microsoft Store reinstallation guide — including WinGet, the Xbox app, and Winhance.

Does this work on both Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Yes. The same PowerShell command works on both Windows 10 and Windows 11. The process is identical on both versions. Winhance and HiBit Uninstaller also support both.

Does removing the Microsoft Store affect Windows Updates?

No. Windows Updates come through Windows Update, not the Microsoft Store. Uninstalling the Store has no effect on your ability to receive security patches and feature updates.