Uninstall Wsl [better] [2025]

To back up a distribution:

wsl --list --verbose or simply:

wsl --unregister Ubuntu-22.04 Repeat for every distribution. Once unregistered, all files, settings, and the Linux filesystem for that distro are permanently deleted. Even after unregistering, some WSL processes may linger. Run: uninstall wsl

For most users, stopping at (unregistering distros and disabling features) is sufficient. Steps 4–6 are for those who want a deep clean or are troubleshooting severe issues. Last updated: 2025 To back up a distribution: wsl --list --verbose

wsl -l -v For each distribution listed, unregister (remove) it: unregister (remove) it: