{"id":136544,"date":"2026-03-17T06:00:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T10:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/?p=136544"},"modified":"2026-03-20T07:14:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T11:14:09","slug":"uninstall-update-windows-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/uninstall-update-windows-11\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to uninstall an update manually on Windows 11 (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"sum\">\n<li>To uninstall updates on Windows 11, open <strong>Settings<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Windows Update<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Update history,\u00a0<\/strong>click the <strong>&#8220;Uninstall updates&#8221;<\/strong> option, and click <strong>&#8220;Uninstall&#8221;<\/strong> for the update to remove.<\/li>\n<li>You can also uninstall an update using Command Prompt, PowerShell, WinRE, and Safe Mode.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/tag\/windows-11\">Windows 11<\/a>, you can uninstall updates manually through the &#8220;Windows Update&#8221; settings, by running commands in Command Prompt or PowerShell, or by booting into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) or Safe Mode, especially if an update is preventing your computer from starting correctly.<\/p>\n<p>While Microsoft designs Windows 11 updates to fix bugs and enhance system performance, they don&#8217;t always work as intended. It&#8217;s not uncommon for a monthly update to introduce new problems, such as broken features, driver conflicts, or compatibility issues that degrade the user experience.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, whether the system was updated automatically or you <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/install-updates-manually-windows-11\/\">installed the update manually<\/a>, you have multiple ways to remove it and restore Windows 11 to a stable, working state.<\/p>\n<section class=\"custom-related-posts-wrapper\"><span class=\"custom-related-posts-heading\">Related<\/span><div class=\"custom-related-posts-container\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/avoid-windows-11-update-problems\/\" class=\"custom-related-post-item\" data-umami-event=\"related_inpost_clicked\" data-umami-event-name=\"How to avoid Windows 11 update (KB5079473) problems \u2013 and recover quickly\"><div class=\"custom-related-post-thumbnail\"><img src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/windows-11-install-updates-without-issues-hero.webp?fit=300%2C188&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"How to avoid Windows 11 update (KB5079473) problems \u2013 and recover quickly\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div><span class=\"custom-related-post-title\">How to avoid Windows 11 update (KB5079473) problems \u2013 and recover quickly<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/section>\n<p>In this <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/tag\/how-to\">guide<\/a>, I will show you how to uninstall updates on Windows 11.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#uninstall_windows11_22h2_update_settings\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Settings<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#uninstall_windows11_update_cmd\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Command Prompt<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#uninstall_windows11_update_powershell\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from PowerShell<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#uninstall_windows11_update_advanced_options\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Advanced options<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#uninstall_windows11_update_safemode\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Safe Mode<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"uninstall_windows11_22h2_update_settings\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Settings<\/h2>\n<p>To uninstall updates on Windows 11 through the Windows Updates settings, use these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Settings<\/strong> on Windows 11.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>Windows Update<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Update history<\/strong> page.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-186368\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-update-history_.webp?resize=827%2C536&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Open Update history\" width=\"827\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-update-history_.webp?w=1004&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1004w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-update-history_.webp?resize=300%2C195&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-update-history_.webp?resize=885%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 885w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-update-history_.webp?resize=150%2C97&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Uninstall updates<\/strong> setting under the &#8220;Related settings&#8221; section.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-186367\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uninstall-updates-option-windows11_.webp?resize=827%2C536&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Open Uninstall updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uninstall-updates-option-windows11_.webp?w=1004&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1004w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uninstall-updates-option-windows11_.webp?resize=300%2C195&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uninstall-updates-option-windows11_.webp?resize=885%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 885w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uninstall-updates-option-windows11_.webp?resize=150%2C97&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Uninstall<\/strong> option to remove the update from Windows 11.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-186369\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/winodws-11-unisntall-updatres-settings_.webp?resize=827%2C536&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 uninstall updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/winodws-11-unisntall-updatres-settings_.webp?w=1004&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1004w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/winodws-11-unisntall-updatres-settings_.webp?resize=300%2C195&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/winodws-11-unisntall-updatres-settings_.webp?resize=885%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 885w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/winodws-11-unisntall-updatres-settings_.webp?resize=150%2C97&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>After you complete the steps, the problematic update will be removed from the device. The computer may also require a restart to complete the process.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"uninstall_windows11_update_cmd\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Command Prompt<\/h2>\n<p>To uninstall an update through Command Prompt, use these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Start<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Search for <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong>, right-click the top result, and select <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/run-app-administrator-windows\/\">the <strong>Run as administrator<\/strong> option<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to view the update history and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>wmic qfe list brief \/format:table<\/pre>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136555\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/list-windows-11-updates-cmd.webp?resize=827%2C211&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 installed updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/list-windows-11-updates-cmd.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/list-windows-11-updates-cmd.webp?resize=300%2C76&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/list-windows-11-updates-cmd.webp?resize=1020%2C260&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/list-windows-11-updates-cmd.webp?resize=150%2C38&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Check the Windows Update history of your device, and identify the update using its <strong>HotFixID<\/strong> and <strong>InstalledOn<\/strong> information.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to uninstall the update from the computer and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>wusa \/uninstall \/kb:KBNUMBER<\/pre>\n<p>In the command, replace <strong>&#8220;KBNUMBER&#8221;<\/strong> with the KB number corresponding to the update to uninstall. This example removes the update KB5079473 from Windows 11:<\/p>\n<pre>wusa \/uninstall \/kb:5079473 <\/pre>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136554\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/unisntal-update-windows-11-command-prompt.webp?resize=827%2C306&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Command Prompt uninstall update\" width=\"827\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/unisntal-update-windows-11-command-prompt.webp?w=839&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 839w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/unisntal-update-windows-11-command-prompt.webp?resize=300%2C111&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/unisntal-update-windows-11-command-prompt.webp?resize=150%2C55&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Yes<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Continue with the on-screen directions (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>After you complete the steps, the update will be removed from the computer running Windows 11.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"uninstall_windows11_update_powershell\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from PowerShell<\/h2>\n<p>To remove an update on Windows 11 through PowerShell, use these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Start<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Search for <strong>PowerShell<\/strong>, right-click the top result, and select the <strong>Run as administrator<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to install the PowerShell module to update Windows 11 and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>Install-Module PSWindowsUpdate<\/pre>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136557\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?resize=827%2C359&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Install module PSWindowsUpdate\" width=\"827\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?resize=300%2C130&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?resize=1020%2C443&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/install-module-pswindowsupdate.webp?resize=150%2C65&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type <strong>&#8220;Y&#8221; <\/strong>to accept and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type <strong>&#8220;A&#8221;<\/strong> to install the module and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to allow scripts to run on PowerShell and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned<\/pre>\n<div id=\"tip-box\"><span><strong>Quick tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re getting a PowerShell error about a policy being defined at a more specific scope, use the <code>Set-ExecutionPolicy -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Scope CurrentUser<\/code> command. You can learn more about the steps to <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/change-execution-policy-run-scripts-powershell\/\">change the execution policy<\/a> to run scripts on PowerShell here.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to import the installed module (if applicable) and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>Import-Module PSWindowsUpdate<\/pre>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-145336\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/powershell-import-pswindowsupdate-windows-11.webp?resize=827%2C140&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"PowerShell import module\" width=\"827\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/powershell-import-pswindowsupdate-windows-11.webp?w=943&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 943w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/powershell-import-pswindowsupdate-windows-11.webp?resize=300%2C51&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/powershell-import-pswindowsupdate-windows-11.webp?resize=150%2C25&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to view a list of the 20 most recent updates and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>Get-WUHistory | Select-Object -First 20<\/pre>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136558\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-view-recent-installed-updates-cmd-2021.webp?resize=827%2C388&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 view installed updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-view-recent-installed-updates-cmd-2021.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-view-recent-installed-updates-cmd-2021.webp?resize=300%2C141&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-view-recent-installed-updates-cmd-2021.webp?resize=1020%2C479&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-view-recent-installed-updates-cmd-2021.webp?resize=150%2C70&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type the following command to select and <em>remove the update with PowerShell<\/em> and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<pre>Remove-WindowsUpdate -KBArticleID KBNUMBER<\/pre>\n<p>In the command, replace <strong>&#8220;KBNUMBER&#8221;<\/strong> with the update number you want to block. This example blocks the KB5079473 update:<\/p>\n<pre>Remove-WindowsUpdate -KBArticleID KB5079473<\/pre>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type <strong>&#8220;A&#8221;<\/strong> to accept and install the module and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once you complete the steps, the device may need to restart to complete the process.<\/p>\n<p>If the above instructions do not work, the Command Prompt instructions should also work with PowerShell.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"uninstall_windows11_update_advanced_options\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from WinRE<\/h2>\n<p>To uninstall an update using the Windows Recovery Environment, use these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Start the PC in recovery mode.<\/p>\n<div id=\"tip-box\"><span><strong>Quick tip:<\/strong> Depending on the severity of the problem, you can access the recovery environment in a few ways. You can use this guide to learn the <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/access-advanced-startup-options-windows-11\/\">methods to access the recovery settings<\/a>\u00a0and then continue with the steps below.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Press <strong>Enter<\/strong> to access the Windows Recovery Environment after <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/configure-quick-machine-recovery-windows-11\/\">Quick Machine Recovery<\/a> fails to repair the device (expected behavior).<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-186371\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/qmr-ran-problem-couldnt-repaired.webp?resize=827%2C348&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Quick Machine Recovery in WinRE press Enter\" width=\"827\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/qmr-ran-problem-couldnt-repaired.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/qmr-ran-problem-couldnt-repaired.webp?resize=300%2C126&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/qmr-ran-problem-couldnt-repaired.webp?resize=1020%2C429&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/qmr-ran-problem-couldnt-repaired.webp?resize=150%2C63&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>Troubleshoot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>Troubleshoot<\/strong> one more time (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on\u00a0<strong>Advanced options<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>Uninstall Updates<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136561\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?resize=827%2C396&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Advanced options uninstall updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?resize=300%2C144&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?resize=1020%2C488&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/advanced-options-unisntall-updates.webp?resize=150%2C72&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>&#8220;Uninstall latest quality update&#8221;<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136562\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/uninstall-latest-quality-update-windows-11.webp?resize=827%2C320&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Uninstall latest quality update\" width=\"827\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/uninstall-latest-quality-update-windows-11.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/uninstall-latest-quality-update-windows-11.webp?resize=300%2C116&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/uninstall-latest-quality-update-windows-11.webp?resize=1020%2C394&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/uninstall-latest-quality-update-windows-11.webp?resize=150%2C58&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Sign in using your administrator credentials.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>&#8220;Uninstall quality update&#8221;<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>After you complete the steps, the computer will uninstall the most recent update from your device (if available).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"uninstall_windows11_update_safemode\">Uninstall update on Windows 11 from Safe Mode<\/h2>\n<p>To remove updates on Windows 11 from <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/start-windows-11-safe-mode\/\">Safe Mode<\/a>, use these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Start<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Search for <strong>msconfig<\/strong> and click on <strong>System Configuration<\/strong> to open the app.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Boot<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Check the <strong>Safe boot<\/strong> option under the &#8220;Boot options&#8221; section.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Choose the <strong>Minimal<\/strong> option to start Windows 11 in Safe Mode. You can also select the <strong>Network <\/strong>option to boot Windows 11 with networking support.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/msconfig-safe-boot-windows-11.webp?quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136564\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/msconfig-safe-boot-windows-11.webp?resize=571%2C385&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"MSConfig Safe Boot\" width=\"571\" height=\"385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/msconfig-safe-boot-windows-11.webp?w=571&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 571w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/msconfig-safe-boot-windows-11.webp?resize=300%2C202&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, 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<strong>Programs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136566\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/controlpanel-programs-safe-mode.webp?resize=827%2C447&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Programs settings\" width=\"827\" height=\"447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/controlpanel-programs-safe-mode.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/controlpanel-programs-safe-mode.webp?resize=300%2C162&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/controlpanel-programs-safe-mode.webp?resize=1020%2C551&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/controlpanel-programs-safe-mode.webp?resize=150%2C81&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>&#8220;View installed updates&#8221;<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136567\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-safe-mode-view-installed-updates.webp?resize=827%2C272&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 Safe Mode view installed updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-safe-mode-view-installed-updates.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-safe-mode-view-installed-updates.webp?resize=300%2C99&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-safe-mode-view-installed-updates.webp?resize=1020%2C336&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windows-11-safe-mode-view-installed-updates.webp?resize=150%2C49&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Select the &#8220;KB&#8221; update to remove.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Uninstall<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-165226\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/safe-move-uninstall-update-windows-11.webp?resize=827%2C620&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Safe Mode uninstall updates\" width=\"827\" height=\"620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/safe-move-uninstall-update-windows-11.webp?w=1024&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/safe-move-uninstall-update-windows-11.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/safe-move-uninstall-update-windows-11.webp?resize=765%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 765w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/safe-move-uninstall-update-windows-11.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Yes<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Restart the computer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The only caveat with this option is that Windows 11 will continue to boot into Safe Mode until you revert the changes.<\/p>\n<p>After resolving the <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">problem, you can revert the changes using the same instructions, but in\u00a0<strong>step 4<\/strong>, clear the <strong>&#8220;Safe Boot&#8221;<\/strong> option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>In addition to using Control Panel, while in Safe Mode, you can also use Command Prompt and PowerShell commands to remove updates from Windows 11.<\/p>\n<h3>Additional considerations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Backup your files:<\/strong> Before uninstalling any update (especially if using WinRE or command-line methods), make sure your data is backed up. Although uninstalling an update is generally safe, you never know when an error can occur.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Understand the risks:<\/strong> Uninstalling security updates might leave your system vulnerable to known issues. Only remove an update if it&#8217;s known to cause system instability or other critical problems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Reinstall the update:<\/strong> If you still need the features or fixes provided with that specific update, consider reinstalling it after troubleshooting or waiting for a revised version.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Limitations:<\/strong> Some updates cannot be uninstalled because they are necessary for the operating system to run. If the update you&#8217;re targeting isn&#8217;t listed, it may fall into this category.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Control Panel:<\/strong> You can no longer uninstall quality updates from the Control Panel, as the experience is now managed by the Settings app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>System updates are not the same as driver updates. If you&#8217;re dealing with driver issues, the process to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/uninstall-drivers-windows-11\/\">remove a driver update<\/a><\/strong> is different, but you can still use the Settings app to complete this process. You can also use Device Manager, Control Panel, and Command Prompt.<\/p>\n<p>This guide outlines the steps to remove security and quality updates. However, Microsoft also offers feature updates, which you can uninstall from the computer to <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/uninstall-windows-11-24h2\/\">roll back to the previous version<\/a>, but the steps are different. You may even have to perform a <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/clean-install-windows-11\/\">clean installation of Windows 11<\/a> to uninstall the feature update.<\/p>\n<h3>FAQs about uninstalling updates on Windows 11<\/h3>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers about the different ways to uninstall updates on Windows 11.<\/p>\n<h4>How do I uninstall a Windows 11 update from Settings?<\/h4>\n<p>To uninstall a Windows 11 update, open Settings, go to Windows Update, select Update history, and click <strong>&#8220;Uninstall updates.&#8221;<\/strong> Choose the update you want to remove and click <strong>&#8220;Uninstall.&#8221;<\/strong> The system may require a restart to complete the process and restore stability.<\/p>\n<h4>Can I remove a Windows 11 update using Command Prompt?<\/h4>\n<p>Yes, you can uninstall updates using Command Prompt by running the wusa command with the update&#8217;s KB number. First, check installed updates with <code>wmic qfe list<\/code>, then run <code>wusa \/uninstall \/kb:KBNUMBER<\/code>. This method is useful when Settings isn&#8217;t accessible or fails.<\/p>\n<h4>What should I do if a Windows 11 update prevents my PC from starting?<\/h4>\n<p>If a Windows 11 update stops your computer from booting, use the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Access Advanced options, select<strong> &#8220;Uninstall Updates,&#8221;<\/strong> and remove the latest quality update. This method helps recover systems affected by faulty updates without needing a full reinstall.<\/p>\n<h4>Why would I need to uninstall a Windows 11 update?<\/h4>\n<p>You may need to uninstall a Windows 11 update if it causes issues like system instability, driver conflicts, or broken features. Although updates aim to improve performance and security, some releases can introduce bugs that negatively impact usability or compatibility.<\/p>\n<h4>What&#8217;s the difference between uninstalling updates from Settings and Safe Mode?<\/h4>\n<p>Uninstalling updates from Settings is the standard method when Windows 11 is working normally. Safe Mode, however, is used when the system is unstable or won&#8217;t boot properly, allowing you to remove problematic updates in a minimal environment with fewer drivers and processes running.<\/p>\n<h4>Are all Windows 11 updates removable?<\/h4>\n<p>No, not all Windows 11 updates can be uninstalled. Some critical updates are required for the operating system to function and won&#8217;t appear in the uninstall list. If an update isn&#8217;t listed, it&#8217;s likely a permanent system component or already integrated into the operating system.<\/p>\n<h4>Is it safe to uninstall a Windows 11 security update?<\/h4>\n<p>Uninstalling a security update is generally safe but not recommended unless necessary. Removing it can expose your system to known vulnerabilities. Only uninstall security updates if they cause serious issues, and consider reinstalling them once Microsoft releases a stable fix.<\/p>\n<h4>Will uninstalling a Windows 11 update delete my files or apps?<\/h4>\n<p>Uninstalling a quality update does not delete personal files, apps, or settings. It only removes system changes introduced by that update. 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