List Of Windows 11 Bloatware ~upd~ May 2026

| App | Why you might keep it | Why remove it | |------|----------------------|----------------| | | Default browser, hard to fully remove | Heavy RAM usage, background updates | | Windows Security | Built-in antivirus | Only remove if you have third-party AV | | Cortana | Deprecated but still present | No longer functional, safe to disable | | Windows Mail & Calendar | Light email client | Outdated; better to use Outlook web | 🛠️ How to Remove Windows 11 Bloatware Method 1 – Manual (Settings) Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps → Click three dots → Uninstall

Removes appx packages but not system components. Run as Administrator: list of windows 11 bloatware

Have a specific app you're unsure about? Drop a comment below. | App | Why you might keep it