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title: "How to Disable OneDrive"
description: "OneDrive is a reliable solution for backing up your computer's files, but there may come a time when you want to pause, disable, or even uninstall OneDrive. And that time might be the moment you open your new PC."
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# How to Disable OneDrive

OneDrive is a reliable solution for backing up your computer's files, but there may come a time when you want to pause, disable, or even uninstall OneDrive. And that time might be the moment you open your new PC.

OneDrive is a reliable solution for backing up your computer's files, but there may come a time when you want to pause, disable, or even uninstall OneDrive. And that time might be the moment you open your new PC.

## How to Unlink OneDrive

The simplest way to disable OneDrive is by unlinking your account. This method will stop all data synchronization from your folders to the cloud. Rest assured, though, that any data that's already synced to OneDrive will remain in your account.

To unlink your OneDrive account, right-click the OneDrive icon in the system tray.

A menu will appear. Here, select _More_ > _Settings_.

Once selected, the _Microsoft OneDrive_ window will appear. Head over to the _Account_ tab, then select _Unlink this PC_.

In the next window that appears, select _Unlink account_.

Your PC will now no longer sync with OneDrive.

Note: if you want to unsync specific folders instead of completely disabling your account, select _Choose folders_ (instead of _Unlink this PC_). Then, all you need to do is uncheck the box next to the folder(s) you would like to discontinue syncing with, then select _OK_.

## How to Pause Syncing in OneDrive

If you'd rather pause the syncing process instead of completely disabling it, right-click the OneDrive icon in the system tray and select _More_ again. This time, select _Pause syncing_.

Now you can choose to pause OneDrive for 2, 8, or 24 hours. Select the option that best suits your needs. Once the selected amount of time has passed, OneDrive will resume syncing.

## How to Uninstall OneDrive

Want to completely remove OneDrive from your PC? Uninstall it.

To uninstall OneDrive, type `add or remove programs` into the Windows Search bar, then select the _Add or Remove Programs_ system settings option.

You'll now be in the _Apps & Features_ section of the _Settings_ window. Here, scroll down until you find _Microsoft OneDrive_. Select it, then select _Uninstall_.

A message will appear warning you that the app and all related information will be removed from the PC. Select _Uninstall_ to confirm.

Once the process is complete, OneDrive will be completely removed from your PC.