10AppsManager for Windows

Quick summary

10AppsManager is a free, lightweight utility created by Lavish Thakkar that lets you fully remove or restore the built-in Windows 10 Store applications. Unlike some other freeware (for example, O&O AppBuster, which only deletes unwanted apps), this tool supports both complete uninstalls and reinstalls of the default Store apps that ship with Windows 10.

What it can do

• Completely remove preinstalled Windows Store apps instead of merely hiding them
• Restore those same apps when needed
• Run without going through an installation routine (portable)
• Give fast feedback during uninstall/reinstall operations

Examples of supported apps

• News
• Sports
• Mail
• Maps
• Money
• Music
• Weather

How to remove or restore apps

1. Launch the program (no installation required if you unpack the folder).
2. Pick the app you want to remove from the list.
3. Click the Uninstall control — the removal completes quickly and a confirmation dialog appears.
4. To put an app back, select it and press the Reinstall/Restore button; a system reboot is usually required to apply the change.

Portability and safety notes

This utility runs as a portable executable: unzip the package and you can start using it immediately. However, it is described as experimental software. Before making changes, create a full backup or a system restore point so you can recover if something goes wrong.

Bottom line

Although using 10AppsManager carries some risk because it manipulates built-in components, it provides a straightforward way to take full control of the Windows 10 Store apps on your PC. For users who need to remove or recover default apps quickly, it is a practical and effective option.