If you use OneDrive to store your files and photos, then you may want to remove it from your Mac. OneDrive is a cloud-based storage service that can be used by anyone, so it’s not really a security risk. However, if you uninstall OneDrive from your Mac, then you may not be able to access your files or photos.


A Mac’s hard drive takes up space. Files are stored on Mac’s hard disk by default. When you uninstall OneDrive, keep in mind that the cloud storage does not remove files from it.

Go to Start and, in the search bar, type Add Programs and Features. Select Programs and Features from the list of results. Uninstall Microsoft OneDrive is the first option on the screen. If you’re asked for an administrator password or confirmation, use it if necessary.

Open the Start Menu and select File Explorer. Click on the Blue OneDrive icon, then click on any folder or file for a right-click menu. Select ‘Clear Space’ from the menu to get rid of the folder or file from your computer. If you save it again later, you’ll need to use clear space to remove it.