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How to Completely Uninstall Unity Editor.

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The article provides guidance on uninstalling the Unity Editor, highlighting common causes for needing removal, such as corrupted files or incorrect settings. It recommends using Unity Hub for a straightforward uninstallation process. For persistent issues or a thorough removal, manual file deletion is suggested, with specific instructions for macOS and Windows users. The steps involve deleting the Unity Editor app and any remaining files, followed by emptying the Trash or Recycle Bin. Users are advised to back up all Unity projects before proceeding with the manual deletion process.

Part 1: Uninstall via Unity Hub (Recommended)

Part 2: Manual File Deletion (Optional - For a More Thorough Removal)

Part 1: Uninstall via Unity Hub (Recommended)

⚠️ Important: Back up all your Unity projects before proceeding.

This method is the easiest and cleanest way to remove the Unity Editor application and its modules.

  1. Launch Unity Hub: Open the Unity Hub application.
  2. Go to Installs Tab: Click the "Installs" tab in the left-hand menu.
  3. Select Editor to Uninstall: Click the "Manage" button next to the Unity Editor version you want to remove.
  4. Choose Uninstall: Select "Uninstall" from the dropdown menu.
  5. Confirm: Click "Uninstall" in the confirmation prompt.

Part 2: Manual File Deletion (Optional - For a More Thorough Removal)

Only follow these steps if you experience persistent issues after using Unity Hub or desire a completely clean removal.

For macOS Users

⚠️ Important: Back up all your Unity projects before proceeding.
  1. Delete Unity Editor App:
    • Drag the Unity folder or Unity 20XX.X.XfX.app from the Applications folder to the Trash.
  2. Delete Remaining Files:
    • In Finder, select Go > Go to Folder... and navigate to the following paths. Delete any folders or files named "Unity" within them:
      • ~/Library/Application Support/
      • ~/Library/Preferences/
      • ~/Library/Caches/
      • ~/Library/Logs/
      • In your Home folder (~), press Shift + Command + . to show hidden files. If you find a .Unity folder, delete it.
  3. Empty Trash: Empty your Trash.

For Windows OS Users

⚠️ Important: Back up all your Unity projects before proceeding.
  1. Delete Unity Editor App:
    • Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features (or Control Panel > Uninstall a program). Find each Unity Editor version installed and select Uninstall.
  2. Delete Remaining Files:
    • Open File Explorer and navigate to the following paths. Delete any folders or files named "Unity" within them:
      • C:\Program Files\Unity (and C:\Program Files (x86)\Unity if present)
      • %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\
      • %USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\
      • %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Roaming\
      • C:\ProgramData\
  3. Empty Recycle Bin: Empty your Recycle Bin.

 

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