Uninstall Renpy =link= -
Ren’Py often downloads and integrates text editors like Visual Studio Code or Atom to help you write script files. These extensions will remain on your system unless manually removed. Visual Studio Code Open .
| Platform | Paths | |----------|-------| | | C:\path\to\renpy-*\ %APPDATA%\RenPy %USERPROFILE%\Desktop\RenPy.lnk | | macOS | /Applications/renpy.app ~/Library/RenPy ~/.renpy ~/Library/Caches/renpy | | Linux | ~/renpy-sdk/ ~/.renpy ~/.local/share/renpy ~/.cache/renpy | | Steam (All OS) | Steam → Uninstall + remove steamapps/common/RenPy SDK |
: Drag the Ren’Py folder from your Applications (or wherever you moved it after mounting the DMG) to the Trash . 2. Back Up or Remove Your Projects uninstall renpy
Linux users typically run Ren’Py via the .sh script. Here is the terminal-friendly uninstall process.
Because you downloaded the portable ZIP version, which does not register itself with Windows. Just delete the folder. Ren’Py often downloads and integrates text editors like
Before we dive into the uninstallation process, let's explore some reasons why you might want to uninstall Ren'Py:
Locate the renpy- -sdk folder and delete it. | Platform | Paths | |----------|-------| | |
To fully remove Ren’Py and its associated data, follow these steps: 1. Delete the Main Application Folder
The cleanest approach is to start with your operating system's built-in tools.
Navigate to the folder where you extracted Ren’Py (e.g., C:\Downloads or C:\Renpy ). Right-click the Ren’Py root folder and select . Empty your Recycle Bin . Open Finder and navigate to your Applications folder. Locate the Renpy application icon.
RP-UNINST-2025-01 Date: [Current Date] Author: Technical Documentation Dept. Version: 1.0 Topic: Safe and complete removal of Ren'Py engine and its associated projects, launcher data, and configuration files.




