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Remove Xbox App

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Works with Windows 10 and 11Works with Windows Vista, XP, 7, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server 2008 or newer.
  • Single actionThis page belongs to a script, containing basic changes to achieve a task.
  • Windows onlyThis script improves your privacy on Windows
  • Impact: HighSystem Functionality Loss Risk: High
    This action improves privacy with high impact when you run the recommended script.
  • Batch (batchfile)These changes use Windows system commands to update your settings.
  • Fully reversible

    You can fully restore this action (revert back to the original behavior) using this website.

    The restore/revert methods provided here can help you fix issues.

Overview​

This script removes the Xbox app from Windows to protect your privacy by stopping the collection of gaming activities and personal information.

The Xbox app is Microsoft's central gaming application for Windows that manages PC games and Xbox-related services 1 2.

The Xbox app serves as:

  • A central platform for PC gaming through:
    • Xbox Game Pass management and game library 1 2
    • Microsoft Store game purchases and installations 1 2
    • Game launcher for installed titles 1
  • A gaming profile hub for:
    • Xbox Live profile management 2
    • Social features and communications 1 2
    • Achievement tracking and gaming progress 2
  • A streaming platform that enables:
    • Xbox Cloud Gaming for Game Pass Ultimate members 2
    • Remote play from Xbox consoles to PC 2

The Xbox app collects and shares personal information with Microsoft and third-party game publishers 2. It gathers data including:

  • Personal information like account details 2
  • Hardware and software information about your device 2
  • Gaming activities and communications 2
  • Camera and microphone data when enabled 2

The Xbox app has broad system permissions:

  • Hardware access:
    • Camera and webcam usage 1
    • Microphone usage 1
    • All system resources 1
  • File system access:
    • Video library access 1
    • Registry write permissions that persist after uninstall 1
  • Application control:
    • Administrator privileges 1
    • Ability to manage other apps directly 1
    • Permission to gather information about other apps 1
    • Access to diagnostic information about running apps 1
    • Ability to control its own window behavior and closing 1
    • Permission to start unconstrained extended execution sessions 1
  • Network access:
    • Internet connection access 1
    • Home and work network access 1

Removing this app increases your security by reducing your attack surface against potential exploits.

It may also improve system performance by stopping background processes and freeing up system resources.

However, this app is required for Xbox Game Pass titles 2. Removing it will prevent access to Xbox Game Pass and its gaming features 2.

See also: Microsoft Store Page

Caution

This script may prevent access to Xbox games. Consider keeping this app if you use Xbox gaming services.

Overview of default preinstallation​

This app comes pre-installed on certain versions of Windows 3 4.

OSVersionExistence
Windows 1019H2❌
Windows 1020H2❌
Windows 1021H2❌
Windows 1022H2❌
Windows 1121H2✅
Windows 1122H2✅
Windows 1123H2✅
Not Advised

This script should only be used by advanced users.

This script is not recommended for daily use as it breaks important functionality.

Consider creating a system restore point before doing any changes.

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Help

How to apply or restore "Remove Xbox App" using script​

  • ≈ 2 min to complete
  • Tools: Web Browser
  • Difficulty: Simple
  • ≈ 5 instructions
  1. 1

    Download

    Download the script file by clicking on the   Apply protection  button above.
    Use   Undo protection button above to restore changes.
  2. 2

    Keep the file

    If warned by your browser, keep the file.
  3. 3

    Open

    Open the downloaded file.
  4. 4

    Exit

    Once it's done, press any key to exit the window.
  5. 5

    Restart

    Restart your computer for all changes to take effect.

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How to apply or restore "Remove Xbox App" using privacy.sexy​

  • ≈ 3 min to complete
  • Tools: privacy.sexy
  • Difficulty: Simple
  • ≈ 4 instructions
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  1. 1

    Open or download

    Open or download the desktop application
  2. 2

    Choose script

    1. Search for the script name: Remove Xbox App
    2. Check the script by clicking on the checkbox.
  3. 3

    Run

    Click on ▶️ Run button at the bottom of the page.

    This button only appears on desktop version (recommended). On browser, use 💾 Save button.

Run commands​

Copy and run commands manually Requires technical knowledge
Apply changes
:: Uninstall 'Microsoft.GamingApp' Store app
PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command "Get-AppxPackage 'Microsoft.GamingApp' | Remove-AppxPackage"
:: Mark 'Microsoft.GamingApp' as deprovisioned to block reinstall during Windows updates.
:: Create "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.GamingApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe" registry key
PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command "$keyPath='HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.GamingApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe'; $registryHive = $keyPath.Split('\')[0]; $registryPath = "^""$($registryHive):$($keyPath.Substring($registryHive.Length))"^""; if (Test-Path $registryPath) { Write-Host "^""Skipping, no action needed, registry path `"^""$registryPath`"^"" already exists."^""; exit 0; }; try { New-Item -Path $registryPath -Force -ErrorAction Stop | Out-Null; Write-Host "^""Successfully created the registry key at path `"^""$registryPath`"^""."^""; } catch { Write-Error "^""Failed to create the registry key at path `"^""$registryPath`"^"": $($_.Exception.Message)"^""; }"
Help

How to apply or restore "Remove Xbox App" using commands​

  • ≈ 2 min to complete
  • Tools: Command Prompt
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • ≈ 3 instructions
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  1. 1

    Open Command Prompt

    Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
  2. 2

    Copy code

    Copy the code:
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  3. 3

    Paste & run

    Paste the commands into Command Prompt and press Enter to run.

    Some changes require a system restart to take effect

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This guide has undergone comprehensive auditing and peer review:

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    • Verified technical accuracy and editorial standards
    • Assessed system impact and user privacy risks
    • Audited and verified using automated security tests

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    • Millions of end-users tested across different environments
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