Evernote is a great service for keeping your notes organized, but it's not for everyone. If you have Evernote installed on your computer or mobile device and want to get rid of it, you may run into difficulties. In addition to the program itself, you may also have an Evernote account to sync all notes via Evernote servers. If you want to cancel Evernote, you will need to cancel the program and cancel the account. Start with step number 1.
Steps
Method 1 of 6: Mac OS X
Step 1. Back up your Evernote files
If you plan to use Evernote again in the future and want to make sure you don't lose your files, back up your files before uninstalling it.
You can export notes in HTML form as a form of additional security. Click on All Notes, select all notes, click on File and select Export Notes
Step 2. Close Evernote
You may experience problems removing Evernote if you don't close all background programs. To do this, click on the Evernote elephant icon in the menu bar and select Close Evernote.
Step 3. Drag the Evernote application to the trash can
By emptying the trash, Evernote will be uninstalled on your computer.
Step 4. Delete any remaining files
After uninstalling, Evernote preferences and settings files will remain, which will need to be removed with an uninstaller such as AppZapper or manually. In this guide you will find detailed information on how to delete any leftover files.
Method 2 of 6: Windows
Step 1. Backup your Evernote files
If you plan to use Evernote again in the future and want to make sure you don't lose your files, back up your files before uninstalling it.
You can export notes in HTML form as a form of additional security. Click on All Notes, select all notes, click on File and select Export Notes
Step 2. Open the Control Panel
From Windows XP onwards, the Control Panel is located in the Start menu. On Windows 8, press the Windows key + X to open the Control Panel.
Step 3. Find the Programs option
Depending on your version of Windows and the view set in the Control Panel, you will have to click on different icons. On Windows XP, click on the Add or Remove Programs icon. Starting with Windows Vista up to 8, click on the Uninstall a Program link, if you are in Category mode, or on Programs and Features if you have selected the icon view.
Step 4. Find Evernote in the program list
It may take a few moments for the list to load completely. Select the Evernote entry and click Uninstall / Remove.
Step 5. Follow the instructions to remove Evernote
Evernote will be uninstalled from your computer. You may have the option to keep or delete the settings and preferences files.
Method 3 of 6: iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
Step 1. Make sure your notes are in sync
Before deleting the app, make sure all your notes are synchronized with the Evernote servers. This way, you can recover them in case you decide to reinstall the program. To manually sync your notes, tap the "Account" tab and then "Sync Now".
After syncing your notes, return to the Home screen
Step 2. Touch and hold the Evernote icon
After a few moments, all the apps on the screen will begin to move, and a black X will appear in the upper right corner of the app icon.
Step 3. Tap on the X
A message will appear asking you if you want to delete the app and all related data. Tap on Delete to remove the app from the device.
Method 4 of 6: Android
Step 1. Make sure all notes are in sync
Before deleting the app, make sure you have synchronized all your notes with the Evernote servers. This way you can recover your notes if you decide to reinstall the app in the future. To manually sync your notes, tap on the Synch icon at the bottom of the Evernote Home screen.
Step 2. Open the Settings menu
Access to this menu varies according to the devices. Typically, the Settings icon is found in the applications menu, but you may also have a menu button to access settings, or you may access Settings from the notification bar.
Step 3. Select Apps or Applications
Scroll down in the Settings menu if you don't find this option. Once this is done, a list of all applications installed on the device will open. Select the Downloaded tab to see only the applications you downloaded manually.
Step 4. Find Evernote
The list is sorted in alphabetical order, or alternatively in order of application size. Whatever the order, scroll down until you find the Evernote entrance. Tap it to select it.
Step 5. Tap on Uninstall
You will be asked to confirm the removal of the App. Click OK. The application will be uninstalled from the phone. Once the operation is complete, a message will appear informing you that the uninstallation was completed successfully.
Method 5 of 6: Part Five: BlackBerry
Step 1. Make sure all notes are in sync
Before deleting the app, make sure you have synchronized all your notes with the Evernote servers. This way you can recover your notes if you decide to reinstall the app in the future. To manually sync your notes, tap on the Synch icon at the bottom of the Evernote Home screen.
Step 2. Uninstall Evernote from older BlackBerry devices
To remove Evernote from BlackBerry devices with keyboards, go to the Home screen, press the Menu button and select Options (the wrench icon).
- Select Advanced Options and then Applications / Third Party Applications.
- Find Evernote in the application list. Select Evernote and press the Menu button.
- Click on Delete. You will be asked to confirm the operation. Click Yes to remove Evernote.
Step 3. Uninstall Evernote from BlackBerry Z10
Uninstalling Evernote on the latest BlackBerry Z10 is even easier. Touch and hold the Evernote icon on the Home screen. After a few moments it will start flashing. Touch the waste bin icon to remove the app.
If Evernote is not on your Home screen, press the Menu button and select "Games & Applications". Tap on "Download" and search for Evernote. Touch and hold the icon and then touch the waste bin icon that appears. Select Delete when prompted
Method 6 of 6: Part Six: Deactivating Your Evernote Account
Step 1. Unsubscribe (if you are registered)
If you are an Evernote premium member, the first thing to do to remove your Evernote account is to cancel your membership. You can do this from the website or under your account settings.
Step 2. Delete all notes
Log in to Evernote and move all items to the trash. After that, open the Trash folder and select Empty Trash. All your notes will be removed, this operation is irreversible. The notes will be permanently removed from the Evernote servers.
Step 3. Remove your email address (optional)
You can log in on the Account Settings page and remove the email address from your account. Evernote will no longer be able to retrieve your account password via email.
Step 4. Deactivate the account
In the Settings section of your account, you will find a link that says Deactivate Account. Click on this link to deactivate your account. All remaining notes will not be deleted and your account will remain available in case you want to re-authenticate with your old username and password. It is not possible to permanently delete your account.
