Once opened, the tool will scan your computer for installed Office versions.
: It is common for leftover files from older versions (like Office 2016) to conflict with newer subscriptions like Microsoft 365, leading to activation errors.
While Windows has a built-in "Add or Remove Programs" feature, it often leaves behind registry keys, license files, and temporary data. The SaRA tool is designed to perform a "deep clean," stripping out these remnants to resolve installation errors or licensing conflicts.
: Office suites are massive; a deep scrub removes cached installer files and temporary data that often linger in hidden system folders. How to Use the MS Office Removal Tool
.\OffScrub_O365.ps1
To ensure a successful cleanup, follow these steps to use the latest version of the tool from Microsoft : Uninstall office - Microsoft Q&A
You should not use this tool for a standard uninstallation. It is intended for troubleshooting specific scenarios: