Completely uninstall Recall feature on Windows 11 (3 ways)

To uninstall Recall on Windows 11, open Settings > System > Optional features > More Windows Features, clear the “Recall” option, and click “OK.”
You can also use Command Prompt and PowerShell commands to remove the photographic memory feature from the operating system.
Microsoft has officially confirmed that you can remove Recall entirely, including its AI components.

On Windows 11, you can uninstall Windows Recall completely using the built-in optional features settings. If you do not want the AI-powered activity tracking feature on your device, Windows 11 now offers a supported way to remove Recall and its related components without workarounds or registry changes.

Windows Recall is an AI feature designed for Copilot+ PCs that continuously captures snapshots of your on-screen activity and uses on-device AI to make apps, websites, documents, and actions searchable through a timeline-style interface. The feature is meant to help you quickly resume things you have seen or worked on before.

Although this feature is disabled by default, it’s possible to remove it through the Settings app, PowerShell, and Command Prompt.

In this guide, I’ll explain how to completely uninstall Windows Recall from your Copilot+ PC running Windows 11 25H2, 24H2, or later. If your computer isn’t a certified Copilot+ PC, then the feature won’t be available to you.

Uninstall Windows Recall AI on Windows 11
Uninstall Windows Recall AI from PowerShell
Uninstall Windows Recall AI from Command Prompt
FAQs about removing Recall from Windows 11

Uninstall Windows Recall AI on Windows 11

To uninstall Recall on Windows 11, use these steps:

Open Settings on Windows 11.
Click on System.
Click the Optional features page.
Click the “More Windows features” option under the “Related settings” section.

Quick tip: You can also open this page from the Start menu when searching for “Turn Windows features on or off.”
Clear the Recall option.
Click the OK button.
Restart the computer (if applicable).

Once you complete the steps, the system will uninstall the Windows Recall components from the operating system. However, the “installation” files will remain on the system if you ever want to reinstall the feature, as with any other optional feature available through the “Windows Features” page.

Uninstall Windows Recall AI from PowerShell

To uninstall Recall with PowerShell commands, use these steps:

Open Start.
Search for PowerShell (or Terminal), right-click the top result, and choose the Run as administrator option.
Type the following command to uninstall Recall AI from Windows 11 and press Enter:
```
Disable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName "Recall"
```

After you complete the steps, the PowerShell command will remove the feature’s components from the setup.

Uninstall Windows Recall AI from Command Prompt

To remove Windows 11 Recall with Command Prompt, use these steps:

Open Start.
Search for Command Prompt (or Terminal), right-click the top result, and choose the Run as administrator option.
Type the following command to remove Recall from your computer and press Enter:
```
Dism /online /Disable-Feature /FeatureName:"Recall"
```

Once you complete the steps, the DISM command through Command Prompt will uninstall the Windows Recall feature from version 24H2.

It’s important to note that the feature isn’t enabled by default. It’s a feature you must enable manually. Once it’s turned on, you can always disable Windows 11 Recall through the Settings app.

FAQs about removing Recall from Windows 11

Here’s a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers about uninstalling the Recall components on Windows 11.

Can Windows Recall be completely uninstalled from Windows 11?

Yes. Microsoft has confirmed that Windows Recall can be fully removed using supported methods. Uninstalling it through Optional features, PowerShell, or Command Prompt removes the feature and its AI components from the operating system.

Is Windows Recall enabled by default on Windows 11?

No. Recall is disabled by default. On Copilot+ PCs, it must be explicitly turned on during setup or later from settings before it can be used.

Which devices support Windows Recall?

Windows Recall is only available on certified Copilot+ PCs running Windows 11 version 24H2, 25H2, or later. If your device is not a Copilot+ PC, the feature will not appear at all.

Does uninstalling Recall remove all AI components from my PC?

Uninstalling Recall removes the feature and its associated AI components tied to Recall. Other Windows AI features that are unrelated to Recall remain unaffected.

Can I reinstall Windows Recall after uninstalling it?

Yes. Like other optional Windows features, the installation files remain on the system. You can reinstall Recall at any time from the “Turn Windows features on or off” page.

Is disabling Recall the same as uninstalling it?

No. Disabling Recall turns the feature off but keeps its components installed. Uninstalling Recall removes the feature entirely from Windows 11.

Does uninstalling Recall improve privacy or security?

Uninstalling Recall ensures the feature cannot capture or index on-screen activity at all, which may be preferable for users with strict privacy or compliance requirements.

Will uninstalling Recall affect Windows updates or system stability?

No. Recall is an optional feature. Removing it does not affect Windows Update, core system functionality, or future feature updates.

Can Recall be removed using command-line tools?

Yes. Advanced users and administrators can uninstall Recall using PowerShell or DISM commands, which is useful for automation and enterprise deployments.

Update January 19, 2026: This guide has been updated to ensure accuracy and reflect changes to the process.