Delete or disable apps on Android

You can uninstall apps you've installed on your phone. If you remove an app you paid for, you can reinstall it later without buying it again. You can also disable system apps that came with your phone.

Note: Some of these steps work only on Android 8.1 and up. Learn how to check your Android version.

Delete apps that you installed

1. Open the Google Play Store app  .
2. At the top right, tap the Profile icon.
3. Tap Manage apps & devices Manage.
4. Tap the name of the app you want to delete.
5. Tap Uninstall.

Tip: If you delete or disable an app, you can add it back to your phone. If you bought an app, you can reinstall it without buying it again. Learn how to reinstall and re-enable apps.

Disable apps that came with your phone

You can’t delete some system apps that came pre-installed on your Android phone. But on some phones, you can turn them off so that they won't show on the list of apps on your phone. To learn how to disable apps, contact your device manufacturer.