5 Simple Ways to Completely Uninstall Genshin Impact

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Quick ways to delete Genshin Impact game client or app from all platforms

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: January 30, 2023 Fact Checked

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• Using Control Panel (PC)
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• Using Epic Games Launcher (PC)
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• Using iPhone or iPad
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• Using Android
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• Using PlayStation 4 or 5

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Do you need to uninstall Genshin Impact? Whether you're having issues and need to reinstall or want to get rid of the game altogether, you can delete Genshin Impact in a few simple steps. After you remove the game, you can reinstall the game if needed. This wikiHow will show you how to completely uninstall Genshin Impact on your Windows 10 or 11 computer, iPhone, Android, and PlayStation 4 or 5.

Things You Should Know

• On PC, open the Control Panel. Click "Uninstall a program" → "Genshin Impact" → "Uninstall".
• On iOS, tap and hold the Genshin Impact app. Tap "Remove app" → "Delete app" → "Delete".
• On PlayStation, hover over "Genshin Impact" in the Game Library. Press "Options" → "Delete" → "OK".

Steps

Method 1

Method 1 of 5:

Using Control Panel (PC)

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1. 1
   Open the Control Panel. Click the Start menu and type in "control panel". Click the Control Panel.

   • Use this method if you downloaded Genshin Impact on Windows 10 or Windows 11.
2. 2
   Click Uninstall a program. This will be underneath the Programs header.
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3. 3
   Click Genshin Impact. If the list of applications aren't in alphabetical order, click the Name header to organize it.
4. 4
   Click Uninstall. This will be above the list, next to Organize. You might see "Uninstall/Change".

   • A pop-up window will open.
   • You can also right-click Genshin Impact and select Uninstall.
5. 5
   Click Yes. Genshin Impact will begin uninstalling.
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Method 2

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Using Epic Games Launcher (PC)

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1. 1
   Launch the Epic Games Launcher. Similar to Steam, this is a digital game launcher where you can purchase and play games.

   • If you downloaded Genshin Impact through Epic Games Launcher, you must use it to uninstall the game.
2. 2
   Click Library. This will be on the left panel.
3. 3
   Click Genshin Impact. Your games will be listed in alphabetical order.
4. 4
   Click the three dots below the Genshin Impact image. A menu will open.
5. 5
   Click Uninstall. Genshin Impact will begin to uninstall.
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Method 3

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Using iPhone or iPad

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1. 1
   Unlock your iPhone or iPad. If you use a passcode or Face ID, use it to unlock your device.

   • Genshin Impact is available for iOS in the App Store.
2. 2
   Long-press the Genshin Impact app. This looks like Paimon's face.

   • The apps will begin to shake.
3. 3
   Tap Remove app. If you're long-pressing the app from the App Library, you can directly select Delete app.
4. 4
   Tap Delete app. This will be in red.
5. 5
   Tap Delete. Genshin Impact will be removed from your device.
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Method 4

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Using Android

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1. 1
   Open the Google Play Store. This looks like a multi-colored "play" icon.

   • Similar to deleting other apps, you'll need to use the Google Play Store to uninstall Genshin Impact.
2. 2
   Tap your profile picture. This will be in the top-right corner.

   • If you have multiple Google accounts connected, select the correct account from the drop-down menu.
3. 3
   Tap Manage apps and devices. A new page will open.
4. 4
   Tap Manage. You'll see a list of installed apps.
5. 5
   Tap Genshin Impact. You may need to scroll to find this option.
6. 6
   Tap the delete icon. This will be in the top-right corner.

   • Genshin Impact will be uninstalled.
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Method 5

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Using PlayStation 4 or 5

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1. 1
   Open your PlayStation library and highlight Genshin Impact. This will be on your home page.

   • You'll need your connected controller to uninstall games.
   • If you aren't on your homepage, press the PS button on your controller.
2. 2
   Press Options. This will be the button on the right side of the controller.

   • A menu will open on the right side.
3. 3
   Select Delete. You can find this towards the bottom of the menu.
4. 4
   Select OK. Genshin Impact will begin to uninstall.
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