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Note: The FCRemove tool is version-specific; use the tool that matches your currently installed FortiClient version. Steps to Remove FortiClient Using FCRemove.exe

A: While the tool may run in standard mode, technical support articles and forums strongly recommend Safe Mode to avoid "in-use" file conflicts.

Microsoft Windows (7, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server variants)

: Managed environments often push down policies that lock the application, requiring a forced removal tool. How to Obtain the FortiClient Removal Tool

: Open the exact version directory corresponding to the specific FortiClient build currently locked on the client machine (e.g., /FortiClient/Windows/v7.00/7.2/7.2.2/ ).

The primary function of fcremove.exe is to force the removal of all FortiClient components, including leftover registry entries, driver files, and configuration data. It is considered a "last resort" tool. Common triggers for its use include:

: Users have reported that running FCRemove.exe automatically might trigger an unexpected system restart. This behavior should be anticipated in any deployment script.

Here is the step-by-step process to download the tool:

It will ask for confirmation to proceed. Type Y or click .

Administrators often use this executable via the Command Prompt (CMD) or PowerShell to perform silent or forced uninstalls.