uninstall older versions of onedrive

Steven Belvel 20 Reputation points
2026-09-16T23:35:50.6+00:00

I keep trying to download a newer version of one drive as it gets stuck stating a newer version of one drive is available, however you must remove older versions of one drive first.

Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
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  1. AI answer

    2026-09-16T23:36:01.71+00:00

    On Windows, remove the existing OneDrive installation first, then install the current version.

    1. Open Start and type Programs, then select Add or remove programs.
    2. Under Apps & features, find Microsoft OneDrive.
    3. Select it, then choose Uninstall.
    4. If prompted for administrator confirmation, approve it.

    If uninstalling from Apps & features does not work, use this alternate method:

    1. Press Windows key + R.
    2. Type appwiz.cpl and select OK.
    3. Find Microsoft OneDrive in the list.
    4. Right-click it and select Uninstall.

    If the error still says a newer version is installed, remove the leftover OneDrive registry entry.

    Warning: editing the registry can cause system problems if done incorrectly. Back up the registry first.

    1. Press Windows key + R.
    2. Type regedit and select OK.
    3. Go to: Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\OneDrive
    4. Right-click the OneDrive folder and select Delete.

    Microsoft states that uninstalling OneDrive does not delete files or data from the computer. Files remain accessible by signing in to OneDrive online.

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  2. Estrella721 46,135 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-17T00:12:30.01+00:00

    Hi,

    First, try uninstalling OneDrive from Settings > Apps > Installed apps. Search for Microsoft OneDrive, select the three dots next to it, and choose Uninstall.

    After uninstalling it, restart your PC and then try installing the latest version of OneDrive again.

    If OneDrive does not appear in the installed apps list or cannot be uninstalled, let me know what happens when you try to remove it, and I can check the next steps.

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