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Coen.BA
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5 months ago

Can't uninstall or install Meta Quest Link desktop app

I've had severe issues trying to link my Meta Quest 2, so I've decided to try and reinstall the program. But as i tried to uninstall it through Window's installed apps. It wouldn't show the uninstall screen. So I got suggested to manually uninstall it by deleting files from:

\Program Files\Oculus
\Users\[name]\AppData\Local\Oculus
\Users\[name]\AppData\Roaming\Oculus

After this i tried reinstalling, but the setup file just won't pop up.

I've tried several things, like repairing the .NET framework, and even removing all register file names containing Oculus or Meta Quest.

As of now, I can't use the program anymore, is anyone familiar with this problem?

Thanks in advance!

 

The setup log gives this output;

 

7 Replies

  • Legend has it that downloading the installer provides an option to uninstall it. Weird.

    • Maccyb123's avatar
      Maccyb123
      Expert Trustee

      Theoden99 Legends aren't always true 😂😂 Just kidding, couldn't resist the bad joke!! 

    • steve_40's avatar
      steve_40
      Consultant

      Old thread, but the app is called "Oculus", which the OP probably didn't search for when trying to uninstall it.

      • steve_40's avatar
        steve_40
        Consultant

        Download the installer again from the official Meta page. Run it as Administrator. This is what you get if Link is already installed:

        Try "Uninstall". If "Uninstall" doesn't work, try "Repair". Reboot the PC then try uninstalling again.

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous

    Honestly the pain of trying to actually get rid of this software is worse than removing most viruses.