Close down all browsers and any other programs that use Flash. Disabling Flash on Windowsĭownload and install the Windows Flash uninstaller from Adobe here. And don't worry, if you feel some separation anxiety - or there's something you really need Flash to use - we've also included instructions for downloading Flash back onto your system at the bottom of this quick guide. The next step is to remove Flash from your Windows or Mac system, and from any browsers you use. I wasn't sure if I still had it installed so I checked, and there it was. It's simple to wipe every trace of Flash from your computer, but first you have to know what you're dealing with. It's not me, it's you.įake breakup aside, if you've been following the recent issues with Flash that just don't seem to stop you might be thinking you want to be done with it altogether.

You're outdated and insecure and untrustworthy. That doesn't erase my fond memories of playing together back in the day, but we both have to wake up and face the truth. We've had a lot of fun together, but it's time to get some distance.