I recently downloaded ESET Antivirus on my laptop, which I don't really use much anymore. I usually keep it updated, but I didn't run a scan after installing it. Now, I'm trying to uninstall it, but the option is grayed out in 'installed apps'. When I hit modify, it takes me back to the ESET installer. I'm wondering why this is happening and if a factory reset would be enough to remove ESET from my laptop. I've wanted to reset my laptop for a while since I've had it since 2023 and it's cluttered with stuff already. I didn't input any personal info into ESET, like my email or anything, so I'm hoping this will be straightforward.
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Some antivirus programs use a security feature that prevents easy uninstallation. You should try using the official ESET uninstaller tool for a proper removal. As for factory resetting your laptop, yes, that method would also remove ESET, but it’s a bit overkill if you just need to uninstall the antivirus.
To answer your question, antivirus software like ESET sometimes makes uninstallation difficult as a security measure. If you use the official uninstaller, that should work perfectly. Factory resetting can also remove everything including ESET, but it’s like burning down a house to get rid of a rat! Yet, if you’ve been wanting to reset your laptop anyway, it’ll solve your problem too.
Alr thanks I've been needing to reset it anyway but still thanks!
bUt dOeS FaCtoRY reSeTTing fIX iT?