
This method works for all Windows 10 editions, but method 2 below is easier for users of Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education.ġ.

Other Windows Store apps won't be able to access OneDrive using the WinRT API.OneDrive won't show up in the navigation pane in File Explorer.Local OneDrive files won't be synced with the OneDrive cloud versions.You won't be able to access the OneDrive app.You can choose to re-enable OneDrive later on, if you wish. The OneDrive icon will be removed from File Explorer and System Tray as well.

One involves using the Registry Editor (this is the preferred method for users of the Windows 10 Home edition) and the other method uses the Local Group Policy editor, available only in the Pro, Education, and Enterprise editions of Windows 10.īy following this tutorial, OneDrive won't be uninstalled but it will be completely disabled, won't load on start-up, and won't interfere with your PC work. OneDrive comes pre-installed in Windows 10 but not all users wish to use it, as some prefer Google Drive or Dropbox.įor those who wish to disable OneDrive in Windows 10 and remove it from File Explorer, there are 2 easy methods, explained below.
