Should I discontinue using Kaspersky?

Why can't I cancel my Kaspersky subscription?

I use Kaspersky because it's better than Windows Defender.

Kaspersky is the only antivirus for Windows 10 that doesn't report false positives, it supports all latest security issues and its anti-malware engine provides real-time protection, including against zero-day attacks. What's not to like? But I don't want to pay for Kaspersky. So how do I cancel my subscription?

Microsoft's built-in Windows Defender has been the default protection on Windows 10 PCs for years. But in 2026, Microsoft introduced the free Windows Defender Application Guard for Office 365 customers to protect them from zero-day attacks. So if you already have a paid subscription to Kaspersky Security, why do you need to pay for yet another antivirus? And why can't you just get rid of Kaspersky if you don't want to use it? If you're considering buying a new PC, there's no good reason to pay more for a security solution than what's already available in Windows.

It's free to remove any unwanted Kaspersky apps. If you want to remove all Kaspersky applications, open Settings and select Apps & Features. Under the App & Features window click Uninstall a program and select Remove.

Why can't I just disable or unregister my Kaspersky account? There are three ways to configure your account: Remove apps and features from Kaspersky (see above). Use a different email address than your Kaspersky account email address. Use a different phone number than your Kaspersky account phone number.

Why can't I just delete my Kaspersky account? Kaspersky is a subscription product. You pay monthly for ongoing protection. The only way to delete your Kaspersky account is by removing the subscription. If you remove the subscription, you can't sign in again without first reinstalling the antivirus. After reinstalling Kaspersky, you'll be prompted to create a new account. The most important thing is to keep your email address, username, and phone number. After you sign in, follow the steps below.

You can also try Kaspersky Secure Mobile Assistant.

Should I discontinue using Kaspersky?

Yes, it's a good idea to discontinue using Kaspersky.

It's a good idea to go to a different antivirus company.

I was recently infected by Kaspersky. Should I take the same action? Yes, but take it only after you've taken further steps to remove Kaspersky completely. Take those steps now. Restart your computer and go into your user account. Click Start and then Control Panel. Under Programs click the Uninstall a program link. From the list of programs, choose Microsoft Kaspersky Anti-Virus and then click Remove from my PC. A notification pops up that allows you to confirm you want to remove the program. Click Yes. When the prompt appears again, click OK.

Step 2: Select Safe Mode with Networking (F8 at startup) and go to the Run prompt. Run the following command and follow the prompts: cd c:Program FilesKasperskyBorntoo.exe /SUN

If you did this incorrectly, your next step is to call an expert.

Why is Kaspersky leaving the US?

We are not going to post a lot of technical details here.

However, the reason for Kaspersky leaving the US is a matter of public record. The answer can be found in a report on the issue which was published on June 13 by the Russian news outlet RT.

The Kaspersky Lab decision to leave the U. Came about after Washington ordered a ban on the distribution of its anti-virus products in the country. The Russian firm said it will abide by the new rules, but will still sell its software in the U. Market. The ban stems from allegations that Kaspersky Lab software has ties to the Russian government.

Kaspersky Lab's products are widely used in the U., and many people have argued that the ban would make it harder for ordinary Americans to protect themselves from online threats.

However, the company has maintained that it is not controlled by the Russian government. Kaspersky Lab is not a subsidiary of the Russian government, nor is it funded by the Russian government, a statement from the company said. The Russian government does not own shares in Kaspersky Lab, nor does it direct or control Kaspersky Lab in any way.

Nevertheless, the firm's relationship with the Russian government has been a matter of some debate. The firm has previously said it cannot comment on why it has received funding from the Russian government. But it has also admitted to receiving grants from Russian government-backed programs to support open source software and promote security research.

The Russian government has also denied links between Kaspersky Lab and the government. Kaspersky Lab has no relationship to the Russian Government and has never received funding from the Russian Government. As you can see, that statement is false. The truth is that the Russian government did not know anything about the Kaspersky Lab issue. This was all being done by the US. The US had a plan, and Kaspersky Lab was one of the partners in the plan. They told Russia that they needed to leave the US, so Russia would have no choice but to comply. Russia complied, but then Kaspersky Lab had to leave the US too.

What are the implications for the average person? Well, this is the US Government that is trying to get rid of Kaspersky.