Windows cannot find uninstall.exe error [Fixed]

Does Windows keep throwing Windows cannot find Uninstall.exe errors when trying to uninstall an application? Some users have reported encountering this error while deleting an application or program from their PC. The following is an example of an upgraded error message:

Windows cannot find 'C:Program Filesuninstall.exe'. Please make sure you type the name correctly and try again.

The path to the "uninstall.exe" file in the above error message differs depending on the software that encounters this error.

Why won’t Windows let me uninstall?

The main reason for uninstall.exe errors in Windows is that the uninstall file related to the program to be uninstalled is lost, damaged, or deleted. Additionally, system corruption and malware infection can also cause similar errors.

Fix Windows cannot find uninstall.exe error

If you are unable to uninstall an application on your Windows PC and keep getting Windows cannot find uninstall.exe error, use the following solutions to fix the error:

Before proceeding, please perform a malware scan on your PC and check whether there is any malware or viruses on your PC.

1] Check the installation directory of the problematic application

Another way to fix this error is to check the folder where the application that cannot be uninstalled is installed. Here’s how to do it:

Use the shortcut key Win E to open File Explorer, and then go to the folder where the program is installed. Some users reported encountering this problem when uninstalling Steam. Usually, the default installation path is C:Program Files(X86)Steam, C:Program FilesSteam or C:Program FilesValveSteam.

Find the uninstall.exe file. If you find it, double-click the file and follow the prompts to continue uninstalling the application.

Read: How to prevent users from installing or running programs in Windows?

2]Use other methods to uninstall the application

Windows provides different ways to uninstall applications. If the above method doesn't work, you can try another method to uninstall the app. Suppose you encounter this error while uninstalling an app using settings. In this case, you can uninstall the application using the control panel. vice versa.

Here's how to uninstall an application via Control Panel:

• First, use Win I to open the run, then enter the "Control Panel" and quickly open the control panel.
• Now, click on the Uninstall a program option under the Programs category.
• Next, select the problematic app and press the Uninstall option.
• Follow the on-screen instructions and check if the app can be uninstalled.

If there is an error in Control Panel, you can use Windows Settings to remove the application and check if it is working properly.

If you are unable to uninstall the program, you may find the following link helpful:

• Uninstall the app using the gray uninstall button in settings.
• Uninstall a program using command prompt
• How to uninstall a program in safe mode
• Use registry uninstaller

4]Reinstall the application and then uninstall it

If the uninstaller file is missing or accidentally deleted, you can reinstall the application and then uninstall it to fix the problem. Download the latest version of the software from its website and run the installer. When installing the program, select the same installation directory as the previous one and proceed with the installation. Installation files will be replaced and missing files restored. Once done, you can uninstall the app through the Settings app.

See: You do not have sufficient access rights to uninstall a program in Windows error.

5]Use a third-party uninstaller

If none of the above methods work, you can use third-party uninstall software to uninstall the offending application from your computer. The benefit of using a third-party uninstaller is that it can completely uninstall programs and remove stubborn apps that you cannot uninstall using normal methods.

So, you can use free uninstaller like BCUninstaller, MyUninstaller, etc. and delete the program that throws the error.

6] Manually uninstall problematic applications

If you still cannot remove the app, please uninstall it manually from your computer. Here's the complete step-by-step process for doing this:

First, create a backup of the registry in case something goes wrong. Then, make sure the application is not running on your PC. You can use Task Manager to do this.

Now, open File Explorer and move to the application’s installation folder. It is usually located in the "C:Program Files" or "C:Program Files (x86)" directory.

Next, delete the application’s installation folder; select it and press the Delete button.

After that, press Win R to invoke the Run box and enter regdit in it to open the Registry Editor.

Now, you need to find the registry key of the offending application. You may find these entries in one of the following locations:

HKEY_Current_UserSoftware
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftware
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE软件Wow6432节点

Search for the folder or registry key linked to the application you want to uninstall. These entries are usually named after the application or its developer/publisher.

Once you have found the registry key for the offending application, right-click on it and select the Delete option to clear it. Delete all relevant entries and exit the Registry Editor application.

You can now restart your PC to complete the uninstall process.

How to uninstall a program that Windows cannot find?

If you can't find a program listed under the Control Panel or Settings app, you can manually uninstall it directly from its installation folder. Locate the installation folder in File Explorer and then find its uninstaller executable file. It is usually named as “uninstall.exe.”

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