Evernote is a great service for managing personal notes, but it may not be for everyone. If you've ever installed Evernote on a computer or other device and want to remove it, you may have a hard time. In addition to the Evernote program, you also have an account that keeps your notes in sync with the Evernote servers. If you really want to delete Evernote, you'll need to uninstall the program and shut down the account. Read step 1 below to get started.
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Method 1 of 6: Mac OS X
Step 1. Back up the Evernote files
If you want to continue using Evernote in the future and want to make sure that you can still access your files, make sure all files are synced and backed up before you delete Evernote.
You can export notes as HTML files as extra content. Click All Notes, select all notes in the list, then click File > Export Notes
Step 2. Close the Evernote program
You may have trouble uninstalling Evernote if you don't close programs running in the background. To close Evernote, click the Evernote elephant icon in the menu bar, then click Quit Evernote.
Step 3. Drag Evernote to Trash
When you empty the Trash, Evernote is deleted from the computer.
Step 4. Delete the rest of the files
Evernote will leave a settings file, which can be removed with a program like AppZapper or deleted manually. There are guides for finding and deleting these leftover files on the Internet.
Method 2 of 6: Windows
Step 1. Back up the Evernote files
If you continue to use Evernote in the future and want to make sure that you can still access your files, make sure all files are synced and backed up before you delete Evernote.
You can export notes as HTML files as extra content. Click All Notes, select all notes in the list, then click File > Export Notes
Step 2. Open the Control Panel
In Windows XP through 7, you can access the Control Panel from the Start menu. In Windows 8, press Windows+X, then select Control Panel.
Step 3. Find the Programs option
The options you should find may differ depending on your version of Windows and the appearance of the Control Panel. In Windows XP, click the Add or Remove Programs icon. In Windows Vista through 8, click the Uninstall a program link if you are using the category view, or select Programs and Features if you are using the icon view.
Step 4. Find Evernote from the list of programs
You may need to wait a while for the list of programs to appear. Select Evernote, then click Uninstall/Remove.
Step 5. Follow the guide to delete Evernote
Evernote will be deleted from the computer. You will be given the option to save or delete the settings file.
Method 3 of 6: iPhone, iPod touch and iPad
Step 1. Make sure your notes are synced
Before deleting the app, make sure all notes are synced to Evernote servers to ensure that you can access them again if you install Evernote in the future. To perform a manual sync, tap the Account tab, then tap Sync Now.
Return to the main screen after synchronizing
Step 2. Press and hold the Evernote app
The entire app will jiggle momentarily, and a black "X" will appear in the top right corner of the app icon.
Step 3. Tap the "X" icon
You will see a message that deleting the app will also delete data. To continue the deletion process, tap "Delete".
Method 4 of 6: Android
Step 1. Make sure your notes are synced
Before deleting the app, make sure all notes are synced to Evernote servers to ensure that you can access them again if you install Evernote in the future. To perform a manual sync, tap the Account tab, then tap Sync Now.
Step 2. Open the Settings menu
How to access this menu varies depending on your device. The shortcut to the Settings menu may be in the app drawer or notification bar, or your device has a menu button that you can use to access the Settings menu.
Step 3. Select Apps/Applications
You may have to scroll through the screen to find this feature. You will see a list of apps installed on your device. Select the Downloaded tab to display only the apps you installed yourself.
Step 4. Find Evernote
The list of apps may be sorted by name or size. You may have to swipe to find Evernote. Once found, tap to select Evernote.
Step 5. Tap Uninstall
You will be asked to confirm the deletion. Click OK to start the process. Your phone will delete the app for a few minutes. When finished, a message that the app was deleted will appear on the screen..
Method 5 of 6: BlackBerry
Step 1. Make sure your notes are synced
Before deleting the app, make sure all notes are synced to Evernote servers to ensure that you can access them again if you install Evernote in the future. To perform a manual sync, tap the Account tab, then tap Sync Now.
Step 2. Remove Evernote from old BlackBerry
To delete Evernote from BlackBerry with the keyboard, go to the BlackBerry home screen. Press the Menu button, then select Options (with the cog icon).
- Select Advanced Options > Applications/Third Party Applications.
- Find Evernote from the application list, then press the Menu key.
- Click Delete. You will be asked to confirm the deletion. Click Yes to delete Evernote.
Step 3. Remove Evernote from BlackBerry 10
Removing Evernote from BlackBerry 10 is much easier. Touch and hold the Evernote icon from the home screen until it flashes, then tap the trash can icon in the app to delete it.
If Evernote is not on the home screen, press the Menu key, then select My Apps & Games. Tap Downloaded, then find Evernote. Press and hold the icon, then tap the trash can icon that appears. Select Delete when prompted
Method 6 of 6: Deactivating Evernote Account
Step 1. Cancel subscription if any
If you are a premium member of Evernote, the first step you should do before turning off Evernote is to cancel your subscription. You can cancel your subscription through your account settings on the Evernote website.
Step 2. Delete the entire record
Log into Evernote, and move the entire note to the Trash. Then, open Trash, and select Empty Trash. Your notes will be deleted from Evernote servers.
Step 3. Delete your email (optional)
You can go to the account settings page and remove the email address from your account. This way, Evernote can't reset the password via email.
Step 4. Turn off the account
On the account settings page, you will find the Deactivate Account link. After selecting this option, your account will be disabled. Any remaining records will not be deleted, and your account can still be used with the same username and password. You cannot permanently delete an account.
