Overview
Author’s insight: Uninstalling League of Legends requires more than just deleting the game—it involves removing residual files and folders for a clean system.
- Stopping all active League of Legends and Riot Client processes is essential before starting the uninstallation process.
- Make sure to remove leftover data from folders like ProgramData, AppData, and the Riot Games folder on your C: drive to prevent future issues.
- Tools like CCleaner or Revo Uninstaller can help remove registry entries and hidden files, ensuring a complete clean-up.
To completely uninstall League of Legends and the Riot Client from your computer, you’ll need to follow a few steps to ensure that no trace of the game is left behind.
Simply deleting the game isn’t enough because residual files and folders may still exist in your system. These remnants can cause issues if you ever want to reinstall the game or even slow down your system. Let me walk you through the process step by step.
Uninstalling League of Legends and Riot Client
Uninstall League of Legends
The first step to uninstalling League of Legends is to stop any running processes related to the game. Open up your Task Manager and make sure nothing related to League of Legends or the Riot Client is active.
Then, go to your PC settings by pressing Win + I.
- Navigate to “Apps.”
- In the “Apps & features” tab, find League of Legends.
- Click “Uninstall” and follow the prompts to remove the game from your system.
Delete League of Legends App
If you’re on a Mac, things work a little differently. Start by quitting the League of Legends client. Then open up Finder, navigate to the “Applications” folder, and drag the League of Legends.app into the Trash. After that, be sure to empty your Trash to permanently remove the app from your system.
Delete Riot Client
After uninstalling League of Legends, the Riot Client might still be installed on your computer. To remove it, follow a similar process.
Head back to “Apps & features” in your settings, locate Riot Client, and uninstall it. Make sure to check that all its processes are closed beforehand, or you might run into errors during uninstallation.
Removing Game Data and Folders
Remove League of Legends Data
Uninstalling League of Legends often leaves behind some data. You’ll want to head into File Explorer and search for any remaining League of Legends files. A quick search using keywords like “League of Legends” or “LoL” should help locate any residual data. Be sure to delete all the folders you find.
Delete Riot Games Folder
Don’t forget about the Riot Games folder. This folder might still contain leftover files even after you’ve uninstalled both League of Legends and the Riot Client. In File Explorer, search for the “Riot Games” folder, typically found in your C: drive, and delete it completely.
Advanced Uninstallation Methods
How to Delete League of Legends Data
Clean Uninstall
If you’re looking for a more thorough uninstallation, consider using a third-party tool like CCleaner or Revo Uninstaller. These tools can help remove not just the game files, but also leftover registry entries and hidden files. They’re a great way to ensure a completely clean uninstall without needing to manually search through your system for residual data.
Force Uninstall
Sometimes the standard uninstallation process fails or leaves files behind. In these cases, a forced uninstall might be necessary. If League of Legends or the Riot Client won’t uninstall through traditional methods, try booting your system into Safe Mode and then attempt the uninstallation again. This mode will stop unnecessary background processes from interfering.
Complete Uninstallation and Account Deletion
Uninstall Riot Games Completely
To ensure that no traces of Riot Games remain on your computer, search for and delete any other Riot-related files that might be scattered across your system. This includes folders like ProgramData and AppData, which may still contain Riot Games data even after the main uninstallation process.
Permanently Delete League Account
If you’re ready to say goodbye to your League of Legends account for good, it’s important to know that deleting the game won’t delete your account.
To permanently delete your account, you’ll need to submit a support ticket to Riot Games. Head to the League of Legends support page, select “Account Management,” and request a full account deletion. Note that this process takes about 30 days, during which you can still change your mind.
General PC Uninstallation
Uninstall Games on PC
The process of uninstalling games on PC is generally straightforward. You can either use the Control Panel or the Settings app. In the Control Panel, go to Programs, click “Uninstall a program,” find the game, and uninstall it. In Settings, you can do the same by going to “Apps > Apps & features” and selecting the game you want to uninstall. It’s a universal method that works for all games, not just League of Legends.
Final Words on Uninstalling League of Legends
Uninstalling League of Legends and the Riot Client may seem like a straightforward process, but fully removing all traces requires a few extra steps. Whether you’re simply clearing space or stepping away from the game, following these instructions ensures that your system is clean and free of leftover files.
And if you’re looking to go the extra mile, tools like registry cleaners can help remove those hidden remnants. Just make sure to follow the process thoroughly for a complete uninstallation.
