How to Uninstall 360 Total Security

If you want 360 Total Security off your PC, you don’t need to jump straight to advanced fixes. Start with the normal uninstall route first. If it won’t remove cleanly, then use Safe Mode and a deeper uninstaller. After that, check for leftovers (including in the registry) without doing risky “delete anything that looks close” moves.

Check whether 360 Total Security is installed and close it

Before you uninstall, confirm it’s actually installed, and close it so Windows won’t block the uninstall.

1. Save your work (if the app is open).
2. Close 360 Total Security:

• Look for a program window and close it.
• If you see it still running, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
• Find 360 Total Security (or anything that looks related) and choose End task.

Now check if it’s installed:

• Press the Windows key and type Control Panel.
• Open Control Panel, then go to Programs (or Programs and Features).

If you already see 360 Total Security listed there, you’re good to uninstall. If you don’t see it, jump ahead to the “What to do when 360 Total Security will not uninstall” and “How to check for remaining files and registry entries” sections.

Uninstall 360 Total Security through Control Panel

This is the safest, most standard way to remove it. It’s also the method most people use successfully.

1. Press the Windows key and open Control Panel.
2. Go to Programs → Programs and Features.
3. Find 360 Total Security in the list.
4. Click 360 Total Security once.
5. Click Uninstall.
6. Follow the on-screen prompts.

A couple quick tips:

• If Windows asks you to confirm, click Yes or Uninstall.
• If there’s more than one “360 Total Security” entry (some versions leave components behind), uninstall them one by one.

If uninstall finishes, don’t assume everything is gone. That’s why the next step matters.

Remove it through Windows 10 or Windows 11 Settings

Sometimes the Control Panel list is missing the app, or you just prefer the newer Settings screen. Use the route that matches your version.

Windows 11

1. Click Start (Windows icon).
2. Open Settings.
3. Go to Apps → Installed apps.
4. Search for 360 Total Security.
5. Click the three dots (or the app name) and choose Uninstall.
6. Confirm, then follow the prompts.

Windows 10

1. Click Start and open Settings.
2. Choose Apps → Apps & features.
3. Search for 360 Total Security.
4. Select it, then click Uninstall.
5. Follow the on-screen steps.

If you can uninstall successfully here, great. If it won’t uninstall (or it isn’t listed at all), keep going—there are fallback options.

Restart Windows and check for leftover components

After uninstalling, restart your PC. It helps Windows finish cleanup and reduces the chance that background pieces keep running.

1. Click Start → Power → Restart.
2. When Windows boots back up, do a quick check:

• Press Windows key and type 360.
• See if anything still shows up in search.
• Look in Settings → Apps again to confirm it’s not still listed.

If you still see it, don’t panic. Next, handle the tricky cases.

What to do when 360 Total Security will not uninstall

This section is for when the normal steps don’t work. Common problems include:

• The app uninstalls but comes back after reboot.
• Uninstall starts, then gets stuck or fails.
• 360 Total Security doesn’t show up in Installed Apps/Programs and Features.

Try these in order.

1) Make sure it’s really closed

Sometimes the uninstall fails because something is still running.

• Restart your PC, then try uninstall again.
• Or open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and end any 360 Total Security-related tasks, then try again.

2) Try both uninstall routes (if one fails)

Use Control Panel → Programs and Features, and also check Settings for your Windows version. Sometimes one route finds things the other route doesn’t.

3) If it still fails, go to Safe Mode

When uninstall won’t complete in normal mode, Safe Mode can make it easier to remove the program because only the basics are running.

Use Safe Mode and an advanced uninstaller as a fallback

If you’re stuck, a research-based fallback method is:

• Boot into Safe Mode
• Then use an advanced uninstaller tool’s advanced function (example mentioned: Revo Uninstaller) to remove leftover files and traces that a normal uninstall may miss.

Step A: Boot into Safe Mode

The exact steps vary by Windows version, but the idea is the same: restart and choose Safe Mode from the startup options.

If you’re not sure how to enter Safe Mode on your machine, look up “Safe Mode Windows 10” or “Safe Mode Windows 11” using your device model and Windows version. Then come back once you’re actually in Safe Mode.

Step B: Run the advanced uninstall in Safe Mode

Once you’re in Safe Mode:

1. Open the advanced uninstaller tool you chose (the example mentioned is Revo Uninstaller).
2. Find 360 Total Security inside that tool.
3. Start the uninstall and choose the tool’s advanced mode/function when prompted.

Important warning: Advanced modes may try to remove more items than the normal uninstall. That’s usually the point, but don’t keep clicking through if you see warnings you don’t understand. If you’re unsure, pause and read the prompts carefully.

When it’s done, restart normally and re-check whether 360 Total Security still appears.

How to check for remaining files and registry entries

Even after a “successful” uninstall, leftovers can remain. The safest approach is to check, then remove only what you’re confident is related.

Check remaining folders/files

1. Open File Explorer.
2. In the address bar, search common places where apps leave folders, like:

• Program Files
• Program Files (x86)
• ProgramData

1. Look for folders that mention 360, 360 Total Security, or the company name tied to the product.

If you find folders you’re not sure about, don’t delete them right away. Note what you find so you can target the right items later.

About “remove 360 Total Security from registry”

You asked specifically about removing it from the registry, so here’s the calm truth:

The registry is Windows’ internal settings database. Deleting the wrong entry can cause problems. So if you do anything registry-related:

• Back up first (Windows has options to create restore points or backups).
• Only remove items you can clearly match to 360 Total Security.
• Don’t delete “random similar keys” just because they look close.

If you don’t feel comfortable editing the registry, stick to file/folder cleanup and a proper uninstall, then use the troubleshooting guide mentioned at the end of this article.

Why 360 Total Security may have appeared unexpectedly

Seeing 360 Total Security “out of nowhere” is common. That doesn’t always mean the computer is infected, but it does mean it’s worth checking how it got there.

A few possibilities:

• Someone installed it after downloading it from a site or clicking through a download page.
• A bundled installer (sometimes during free downloads) included it.
• It was added as part of a “security” download that looked helpful at the time.

If you’re trying to figure out where it came from, don’t rely on guesses. Check your download history and any email attachments or installers you remember running. Then decide whether you want to keep it or remove it.

Should you uninstall 360 Total Security?

A lot of people search “360 Total Security should I remove it” because they’re not sure if it’s necessary or safe for their PC.

Here’s a simple way to decide:

• If you don’t want to use it, uninstalling is the right move.
• If your computer feels slower or you’re dealing with pop-ups or alerts, removing it can make things feel calmer.
• If you’re not sure whether the program came from you, a family member, or a download, uninstalling plus a cleanup check is a sensible choice.

The “right” decision depends on you. This guide is here to help you remove it safely and then check for leftovers, so you’re not left wondering what’s still on your PC.

If 360 Total Security still won’t go away (quick next steps)

If you tried:

• Standard uninstall through Control Panel
• Settings uninstall for Windows 10/11
• Restart and basic checks
• Safe Mode + advanced uninstall (if needed)

…and it still remains, you’ll likely need more targeted cleanup help. Since registry edits can be risky if you’re not sure what you’re changing, it’s better to follow a straightforward, step-by-step troubleshooting guide made for everyday Windows users.

Use another plain-language Windows troubleshooting guide for stubborn uninstall leftovers if 360 Total Security is still showing up after the steps above.