Programs Installed on Windows 8 cannot be removed

We all are fond of installing new software’s now and then either to customize PC or accomplish work more easily or add new features to Windows and for several other reasons. On installing any utility program on the system, an equivalent registry entry is created on the system. These registry entries often stay back in the system even when the software is completely removed or uninstalled from the system. Today we will be discussing on issues with Programs cannot be uninstalled. In this tutorial we have come up with some possible fixes to resolve issues while un-installing a program.

If you are unable to un-install any program on Windows 8,  you can try the fixes described below.

Fix – Programs cannot be Uninstalled on Windows 8

• First try uninstalling program from control panel. Press Windows + C and type in control panel in the search charm. Go to Un-install/ remove program tab and remove the software you want to get rid of.
• Open program files and locate the program folder or software folder created in C: Drive. Delete it using Shift + Delete keys on keyboard.
• If you have upgraded from the older version to the new ones and still get to see the older along with the new one. In this case you either get to program files and delete the folder for the older version keeping only the new ones or uninstall both and re-install the new version. Even after upgrading you are still using the older version instead of the new ones then you need to uninstall and re-install with the new version.
• To uninstall a program completely from the system, here is an excellent freeware named IObit Uninstaller that will help you get rid of the unused or unwanted program or programs that cannot be removed within clicks. This utility tool is free and easy to use.

Key features of IObit Uninstaller

Removes Unwanted Programs and Folders Super Fast

1-Click Removal of Annoying Stubborn Toolbars

No More Leftovers with “Powerful Scan” and “Forced Uninstall”

• If the uninstaller doesn’t help you removing or uninstalling the program, then you can try running the utility in safe mode. Reboot your system and press F8 when the logo appears on screen. Run IObit Uninstaller and see if it helps.

Hopefully, the fixes described here in this tutorial help you fixing the issue – Programs cannot be uninstalled or removed on Windows 8.