This method does not require you to install or start additional applications, but it may not completely remove the anti-virus application. Remaining files may interrupt the installation or affect the operation of your Kaspersky application.

1. Open Control Panel. See the Microsoft support website for instructions.
2. Go to Programs and Features.

3. Select the application you want to remove and click Uninstall → Yes.

4. Click OK in the dialog box with the message that the uninstallation was successful.

We recommend using this method, as it is the safest and allows you to completely remove third-party anti-virus applications from your computer.

If the tool for your anti-virus application is not provided in the table, try looking it up on the vendor's website or use one of the popular uninstallers.

You can completely remove third-party anti-virus applications from your computer using popular uninstallers. An uninstaller is an application designed specifically to remove other applications. This method allows you to completely remove third-party anti-virus applications from your computer, but requires you to install the uninstaller tool beforehand.

• CCleaner
• Revo Uninstaller
• Geek Uninstaller

If an error occurs when uninstalling a third-party anti-virus:

1. Restart your computer.
2. Log in as an administrator.
3. Check if the application you are trying to delete is running. If it is running, stop it.
4. Remove the application using the regular Windows tools. For instructions, see the Microsoft support website.

If the issue persists, send a request to the application vendor’s technical support or to Microsoft.