How to Uninstall PotPlayer: Complete Removal Guide

PotPlayer is a powerful, feature-rich media player developed by Daum (now Kakao) that supports numerous video formats, 3D playback, and advanced customization options. While popular for its performance and low resource usage, you might need to uninstall it due to compatibility issues, preference for alternatives like VLC or MPC-HC, or to resolve software conflicts. Below is a detailed removal guide with special attention to 32-bit vs. 64-bit systems and Windows 10 vs. 11 differences.

⚠️ Critical Notes Before Uninstalling

32-bit vs. 64-bit Systems:
64-bit Windows: Installs to C:\Program Files\DAUM\PotPlayer\ by default.
32-bit Windows: Uses C:\Program Files (x86)\DAUM\PotPlayer\.
Registry Paths:
- 64-bit: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\DAUM\PotPlayer
- 32-bit on 64-bit OS: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\DAUM\PotPlayer
Windows 10 vs. Windows 11:
Windows 11: Settings > Apps > “Installed apps” uses vertical scrolling and search filters.
Windows 10: Control Panel is more accessible; Settings > Apps > “Apps & Features” has horizontal layout.

Method 1: Uninstall via Windows Settings (Standard)

Works for Windows 10 & 11

Windows 11:

Press Win + I → Apps → Installed apps.
Search for “PotPlayer”.
Click ⋮ (More options) → Uninstall → Uninstall again to confirm.

Windows 10:

Press Win + I → Apps → Apps & Features.
Search for PotPlayer → Click Uninstall → Confirm.
Restart your PC to terminate background processes.

Method 2: Uninstall via Control Panel (Legacy)

Ideal if Settings method fails

Open Control Panel:

Press Win + R → Type control → Enter.

Navigate to Programs → Programs and Features.
Right-click PotPlayer → Uninstall/Change.
Follow prompts → Restart afterward.

Method 3: Manual Uninstallation (Advanced)

For leftover files, registry errors, or corrupted installs

Step 1: Standard Uninstall

Use Method 1 or 2 first.

Step 2: Delete Leftover Files

64-bit Systems:
Delete C:\Program Files\DAUM\PotPlayer\.
32-bit Systems:
Delete C:\Program Files (x86)\DAUM\PotPlayer\.
All Systems:
Press Win + R, run:
- %appdata% → Delete DAUM or PotPlayer folders.
- %localappdata% → Delete PotPlayer folders.
- %programdata% → Remove DAUM folders.

Step 3: Clean Registry

⚠️ Backup registry first (Open Regedit → File → Export)!

Press Win + R → Type regedit → Enter.
Delete these keys:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\DAUM\PotPlayer
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\DAUM\PotPlayer
For 32-bit on 64-bit Windows:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\DAUM\PotPlayer

Restart your PC.

Method 4: Use Perfect Uninstaller (For Deep Cleaning)

Guarantees 100% removal of files, registry entries, and hidden leftovers

Steps:

Download Perfect Uninstaller (Official Site).
Install & Run as Administrator (Right-click → Run as admin).
Locate PotPlayer in the programs list.
Click Uninstall → Follow prompts to run PotPlayer’s default uninstaller.
Scan for Leftovers:

Perfect Uninstaller detects residual files/registry entries (auto-handles 32/64-bit paths).

Click Complete Uninstall → Delete all traces.
Restart your PC.

Why Perfect Uninstaller?

✔️ Removes corrupted installations that resist standard methods.
✔️ Automatically cleans 32-bit & 64-bit registry keys (including WOW6432Node).
✔️ Scans hidden folders like AppData, LocalAppData, and ProgramData.
✔️ Prevents software conflicts from orphaned data.

Final Recommendations

Quick removal: Method 1 (Windows Settings) is efficient for most users.
Stubborn installs: Method 4 (Perfect Uninstaller) ensures no traces remain.
Post-uninstall: Try alternatives like VLC Media Player, MPC-HC, or KMPlayer.

💡 Troubleshooting Tip: If PotPlayer won’t uninstall:

Reboot in Safe Mode (Windows 11: Settings > System > Recovery > Advanced startup > Restart now; Windows 10: Hold Shift + click “Restart”).

Retry Method 4 in Safe Mode.

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