Uninstall the Polarbackup Application

Introduction

Users can uninstall the Polarbackup application from their devices in two ways: a basic uninstall, which preserves the backup database and settings for future reinstallation, or a clean uninstall, which completely removes all components of the application. Opting for a clean uninstall ensures that no residual files remain, allowing for a fresh installation if needed or simply maintaining a clean and efficient system.

Uninstall Polarbackup Desktop Application on a Windows Machine

1. Go to your Control Panel → Programs and Features → Polarbackup → Uninstall.
2. Now, the Polarbackup Uninstall wizard will start. To perform a clean uninstall, make sure that the option Keep Polarbackup Settings (Recommended if you wish to reinstall) is unchecked.
3. Proceed with the uninstallation wizard.

Uninstall Polarbackup Desktop Application on a macOS Machine

1. Click Go on the menu bar → Applications.
2.  From the list of your installed applications, locate both Polarbackup and Polarbackup Restore apps and delete them. (Drag them to the Trash)
3. To perform a clean uninstall, click Go on the menu (top) → Click Go to folder.. → Type ~/.config/ and hit Enter → Delete the whole Polarbackup folder from there. (Drag it to the Trash)