The ban on Kaspersky antivirus software by the US government has left many users in a predicament, as the software will soon be unusable. To uninstall Kaspersky from your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC, follow these steps. In Windows 10, open the Start Menu, type “apps,” choose Apps & Features, scroll down to Kaspersky, click on it, and then click uninstall. Make sure to reboot your PC if necessary. In Windows 11, open the Start Menu, type “apps,” choose Add or remove programs, find Kaspersky, click on it, choose Uninstall, and reboot if needed.
After uninstalling Kaspersky, Windows will automatically activate Windows Security, including the Microsoft Defender antivirus engine and Windows Firewall. You can stick with Windows Security or choose a new antivirus program. Check out our list of the best antivirus software for recommendations. Alaina Yee, a seasoned technology journalist, recommends staying informed about cybersecurity to protect yourself online.
