Introduction

Sometimes users need to uninstall Opera GX completely to free up disk space, fix browser errors, or switch to other software. However, standard uninstallation via Windows or macOS is often insufficient—it leaves files, folders, and entries in the system. In this article, we will discuss how to uninstall Opera GX completely and without leaving any traces.

Why it is important to completely remove Opera GX ❗

After normal browser removal, the following may remain:

  • ⚙️ cache and temporary files
  • 📂 user profiles and settings
  • 🧩 Extensions and synchronization data
  • 📝 registry entries (Windows)

All of this can cause errors during reinstallation or slow down the system.

How to completely remove Opera GX from Windows 🪟

1️⃣ Removal via "Programs and Features"


  1. Open the Control Panel
  2. Go to the Programs and Features section.
  3. Find Opera GX
  4. Click Delete

👉 During the deletion process, be sure to check the box to delete user data if it appears.

2️⃣ Manually cleaning up the remaining folders 📁

After removing the program, follow these steps:

  1. Press Win + R
  2. Enter:
%appdata%


  1. Delete the Opera Software folder.

Then:

  1. Press Win + R again.
  2. Enter:
%localappdata%


  1. Find and delete the Opera Software folder.

✅ This is an important step if you want to remove Opera GX completely without leaving any traces.

3️⃣ Registry cleaning (optional) 🛠️

⚠️ Recommended for experienced users only


  1. Press Win + R
  2. Enter regedit
  3. Use the search function (Ctrl + F) and enter Opera GX.
  4. Delete the records found

For security, you can use a proven utility to clean up your system.

How to completely remove Opera GX on macOS 🍏

  1. Close your browser
  2. Add Opera GX to your cart
  3. Open Finder → Go → Go to Folder
  4. Insert the paths one by one and delete the associated files:
~/Library/Application Support/
~/Library/Caches/
~/Library/Preferences/

Find folders and files with Opera in their names and delete them.

Using special programs 🔧

If you don't want to delete files manually, you can use uninstallers:

  • uninstall the program
  • find residual files
  • clean the system automatically

💡 This is a convenient way to completely remove Opera GX, especially for beginners.

Common mistakes when uninstalling Opera GX ⚠️

  • ❌ Removal only through "Programs"
  • ❌ Ignoring AppData folders
  • ❌ No system reboot
  • ❌ Reinstall without clearing data

Result ✅

Now you know how to completely remove Opera GX on Windows and macOS. Completely removing the browser helps avoid errors, free up space, and keep your system running smoothly. Use the manual method or special utilities—the main thing is not to leave any residual files behind.

📌 If you plan to reinstall your browser, be sure to follow all the steps in these instructions.