How to Uninstall Your Bitdefender Security Solution on Windows

Uninstalling Bitdefender from your Windows computer may be necessary when switching computers, troubleshooting issues, or installing a different security solution. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to remove Bitdefender, regardless of your Windows version. Whether you use Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11, follow these steps to uninstall Bitdefender and ensure your system is ready for the next steps.

1. Open Control Panel:
   • Click the Start button (Windows logo in the bottom-left corner).
     • Alternatively, press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
   • Type appwiz.cpl and press Enter. The “Programs and Features” window in Control Panel will open.
2. Find Bitdefender:
   • Find your Bitdefender security product (e.g., Bitdefender Total Security, Internet Security, Antivirus Plus, or Antivirus Free) in the list of installed programs.
3. Uninstall Bitdefender:
   • Right-click on the Bitdefender entry and select Uninstall, or click the Uninstall button at the top of the list.
4. Confirm the Uninstallation:
   • If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes to proceed.
5. Select the Removal Option:
   • In the uninstallation window that appears, choose Remove to uninstall Bitdefender.
6. Wait for the Process to Complete:
   • Allow the uninstallation process to run. Once it completes, reboot your PC.
7. Use the Bitdefender Uninstall Tool (if necessary):
   • If the uninstallation fails, to completely remove Bitdefender:
     • Download the Bitdefender uninstall tool from this page.
     • Run the tool corresponding to your Bitdefender version and follow the on-screen instructions.
     • Restart your computer once the tool completes its process.