How to Silently Uninstall Programs in Windows 11 and 10 Using PowerShell?

Silently uninstalling programs in Windows 11 or Windows 10 saves time, especially when managing multiple applications. While built-in tools like Programs and Features or Installed Apps work, they require manual steps. This guide shows you how to use PowerShell for a faster, silent uninstallation of programs installed via Windows Installer.

Why Use PowerShell for Silent Uninstalls?

PowerShell replaces outdated tools like WMIC (deprecated in Windows 11) and offers a reliable way to uninstall software without user prompts. This method is ideal for IT professionals, power users, or anyone comfortable with command-line tools.

Important Notes

• Works only for programs registered with Windows Installer (MSI-based installations).
• Not compatible with standalone EXE installers.
• May fail for corrupted programs, requiring advanced tools.
• Requires administrator privileges in PowerShell.

Prerequisites

• Windows 10 or 11.
• PowerShell with admin rights.
• Full attention to avoid errors.

Step-by-Step Guide to Silently Uninstall a Program

1. Open PowerShell as Administrator

Press Win + S, type PowerShell, right-click Windows PowerShell, and select Run as Administrator.

2. List Installed Programs

Copy and paste the following command, then press Enter:

Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Select-Object -Property Name

This lists all third-party programs installed via Windows Installer. Note the exact name of the program you want to uninstall.

3. Uninstall the Program Silently

Use this command, replacing ProgramName with the software’s name (e.g., “Notepad++”):

$app = Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { $_.Name -like "*ProgramName*" }
$app.Uninstall()

Press Enter and wait. The uninstallation time depends on the program’s size.

4. Verify Uninstallation

Re-run the list command (Step 2) to confirm the program is gone.

Watch the Process in Action

Need a visual guide? Check out this video tutorial to see how to silently uninstall programs using PowerShell:

Final Thoughts

Using PowerShell to silently uninstall programs in Windows 10 and 11 is efficient and avoids third-party tools. It’s perfect for batch uninstalls or automation tasks.

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