Windows 11 has introduced several advanced features to enhance the user experience, including the Windows Recall AI feature. However, due to privacy and security concerns, Microsoft has decided to pull this feature from the operating system, although it remains available for testing on Copilot Plus PCs.
If you have Windows 11 version 24H2 installed, you may wish to uninstall the Recall AI feature for various reasons. This guide will show you three different methods to completely uninstall this feature from your Windows 11 computer.
It’s important to note that, while the feature isn’t widely available yet and is still in the testing phase, you may come across these removal options in the preview version of Windows 11 version 24H2.
Uninstall Recall Feature on Windows 11
If you don’t want to use the Recall feature, you can disable it from the Windows settings. However, this will not completely remove the feature from your device. So, if you want to completely uninstall it, then you can follow along the guide.
Here, we will discuss the different ways you can remove Windows Recall AI from your system.
1. Uninstall Windows Recall AI from the Settings App
The Settings app provides a straightforward method to disable or uninstall the Recall AI feature from your system.
Here’s how to do it:
1. Click on the Start button and type Settings in the search bar. Select the Settings app from the search results.
2. In the Settings menu, click on System in the left sidebar.
3. Scroll down and click on Optional Features.
4. In the Optional Features section, scroll down and click on the More Windows Features option. This will take you to the Legacy Windows Features page.
5. Find Recall in the list and uncheck the box next to it.
6. Click OK to confirm. This will remove the Recall AI feature from your computer.
7. If requird restart your device.
While this method removes the Recall feature, it only disables it rather than completely deleting it from your system. If you want to reinstall it later, simply check the box for Recall and click OK.
2. Uninstall Windows Recall AI Using PowerShell
For users who prefer a more technical approach, PowerShell offers an effective way to completely uninstall the Recall AI feature.
Here’s how to do it:
1. Right-click the Start button and choose Windows Terminal (Admin) or PowerShell (Admin).
2. In the PowerShell window, type the following command:
Disable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName "Recall"
3. Press Enter to execute the command. This will remove the Recall feature and its components from your system.
4. After running the command, restart your computer to ensure that all components are fully removed.
If you wish to reinstall the Recall AI feature, simply run the following command in PowerShell, press Enter, and the Recall feature will be reinstalled.
Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName "Recall"
3. Uninstall Windows Recall AI Using Command Prompt
Another method for advanced users is using the Command Prompt to uninstall the Recall AI feature. Here’s how you can remove it via Command Prompt:
1. Click on the Start button, search for Command Prompt, and run it as an administrator.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command:
Dism /online /Disable-Feature /FeatureName:"Recall"
3. Press Enter to execute the command. This will remove the Recall feature from your computer.
4. Restart your computer to apply the changes and complete the uninstallation.
If you want to reinstall Recall, use the following command, press Enter, and the Recall feature will be reinstalled.
DISM /Online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:"Recall"
Removing Windows Recall AI
Removing the Windows Recall AI feature from your Windows 11 PC is relatively straightforward, whether you prefer using the Settings app, PowerShell, or Command Prompt. Each method provides a different level of control over the uninstallation process:
Remember, the Recall feature is not available on all Windows 11 devices, especially those without Copilot Plus PC hardware. It’s also important to note that you have to enable Recall manually – it’s not enabled by default. Once enabled, you can always disable Recall via the Settings app at any time.
