Is it OK to delete AppData?

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Eventually, deleting the AppData folder will cause problems with the application installed on the computer, and it may even wreck your computer. This is something you do not want to experience. You must be very careful when deleting any folder in the C:/ drive.

Is it safe to delete AppData files?

Because appdata stores some of the crucial information about the programs installed on the computer. All those information based on the user profile[local/domain] and number of applications installed are saved in appdata. So deleting those folders or content is not recommended.

Can I uninstall AppData?

As Corey says the AppData folder is used by programs to store settings and files. If you delete it, it will be recreated automatically anyway. Yes it's just delete all applications saved data... Just apply show hidden files..then go to your user folder and delete appdata complete folder.

Expert · Answer

Because appdata stores some of the crucial information about the programs installed on the computer. All those information based on the user profile[local/domain] and number of applications installed are saved in appdata. So deleting those folders or content is not recommended.

Expert · Answer

As Corey says the AppData folder is used by programs to store settings and files. If you delete it, it will be recreated automatically anyway. Yes it's just delete all applications saved data... Just apply show hidden files..then go to your user folder and delete appdata complete folder.

Is it OK to delete AppData?

Is it safe to delete AppData files?

Can I uninstall AppData?

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