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How to Uninstall and Reinstall Outlook on Windows 11

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Feb 2, 2026 Updated Apr 2, 2026 2 min read
How to Uninstall and Reinstall Outlook on Windows 11

You uninstall and reinstall Outlook on Windows 11 by first removing the application through Windows Settings, then downloading and installing the latest version from the Microsoft Store.

Outlook for Windows 11 is Microsoft’s desktop email client, offering integrated access to your email, calendar, and contacts.

Reinstalling Outlook is useful if you encounter persistent issues or wish to switch from the classic version to the newer Outlook app, which was first previewed in 2023.

How to Uninstall the New Outlook App

Follow these easy steps to uninstall Outlook:

  1. Close Outlook if it is open.
  2. Open Settings on your computer. Click the Start button and type Settings, or press Windows key + I on your keyboard.
  3. In Settings, click on Apps from the left menu.
  4. Then click Installed apps to see all the apps on your computer.
  5. Scroll down or search for Outlook (New).
  6. Click the three dots next to Outlook and choose Uninstall.
  7. Confirm that you want to uninstall it.
Windows 11 Settings Installed Apps

Uninstall Outlook app on Windows 11

Uninstall Outlook Using PowerShell (Advanced)

If you like using commands, you can uninstall Outlook with PowerShell:

For Your User Account Only

  1. Open the Windows Terminal app.
  2. Copy and paste this command, then press Enter to uninstall Outlook for your user account:
PowerShell
Get-AppxPackage | Where-Object {$_.Name -Like '*OutlookForWindows*'} | Remove-AppxPackage -ErrorAction Continue

For All Users on the PC ⚙️ Admin Required

To uninstall Outlook for all users on the PC, do this:

  1. Open Windows Terminal as an administrator. Right-click it and select Run as administrator.
  2. Paste this command and press Enter:
PowerShell
Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | Where-Object {$_.Name -Like '*OutlookForWindows*'} | Remove-AppxPackage -AllUsers -ErrorAction Continue

How to Reinstall the New Outlook App

If you want to put Outlook back on your PC, just follow these steps:

  1. Click the Install button to download and install Outlook again.
Install Outlook for Windows

Once done, you will see a notification that Outlook was installed successfully.

Outlook Installation Confirmed

Summary

  • You can easily remove and reinstall the new Outlook app on Windows 11 through Settings or PowerShell commands.
  • Some people uninstall Outlook because they want to use a different email program.
  • The Microsoft Store makes it simple to reinstall Outlook whenever you want it back.
  • If you need more help, feel free to ask!

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Richard, a writer for Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast who loves breaking down complex IT topics into simple, easy-to-understand ideas. With years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, he’s developed a knack for offering practical tips and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He's deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions.

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