Microsoft Office Removal Tool - Windows 10

Choose the option labeled or select the detected Office version.

Are you experiencing issues with your Microsoft Office installation? Are you trying to upgrade, downgrade, or switch subscriptions, but stuck with corrupt files or residual data that won't disappear? Often, the standard "Add or Remove Programs" feature in Windows 10 isn't enough to fully eradicate Office, leaving behind broken registry keys, configuration files, and folders that prevent a clean reinstall.

Dealing with a stubborn Office installation on Windows 10 is a common but solvable problem. The key is to use the right tool for the job.

This is an ideal middle-ground for users comfortable with running a script but who want to ensure they are using Microsoft's own removal engine. microsoft office removal tool windows 10

Removing deep-seated registry entries that can conflict with different versions of Office.

After rebooting, the SaRA tool window will automatically reopen to confirm that the uninstallation process is complete. Alternative Method: Manual Removal via Control Panel

Microsoft provides a script called OffScrub.vbs for IT professionals. While not intended for home users, it is extremely effective. Choose the option labeled or select the detected

Method 1: The Official Microsoft Office Support and Recovery Assistant (Recommended)

For advanced IT professionals, Microsoft offers the Remove-MSI or Remove-AppxPackage cmdlets in PowerShell. However, for the average Windows 10 user, the SaRA tool described above is the safer and more user-friendly option.

The tool itself might be blocked by security software, or the Windows Installer service might be corrupted. Often, the standard "Add or Remove Programs" feature

Yes. The Support and Recovery Assistant will detect standalone Microsoft database, design, and project management tools and allow you to select them for removal.

When you click "Uninstall" from the app (under Apps > Apps & features ), Windows runs the built-in uninstaller for that application. However, this process can fail for several reasons:

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You should not use this tool for a routine upgrade. It is designed for troubleshooting specific scenarios where the standard uninstall process is insufficient. Common use cases include:

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