Windows 10: Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\

Discus and support Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\ in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I want to delete a folder in my C:\ProgramData\ loaction but it says I need premission from myself (DESKTOP-2B48AAE\Temren) who is me. I am the only... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Temren, Sep 22, 2019.

  1. Temren Win User

    Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\


    I want to delete a folder in my C:\ProgramData\ loaction but it says I need premission from myself (DESKTOP-2B48AAE\Temren) who is me.


    I am the only user of this machine and there is no one else who uses it. There is only 2 users one me and the other ASP.NET Machine account


    I tried changing the controller of the file to Everyone but then it asks me to "get premission form Everyone".


    I do not know how to fix this but I do know what doesn't work:


    https://community.spiceworks.com/topic/2031630-deleting-files-that-require-permission-from-myself

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIFb2vW-ZEg

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2SXf4PS2Og


    If It helps, I have done something before like this the I reverted my file premission settings so to not be vulnerable to any virus attacks. I suspect that might have to do with this.


    If that is the case, how can I return to the "defult" settings so you know where am I to help me?

    Thanks!

    :)
     
    Temren, Sep 22, 2019
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  2. Anusha Win User

    C windows installer folder - Delete?

    He can do symbolic link redirection and move the files in it to a different location. *Wink Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\ ;)
    Better try it out in a virtual of first. Just a suggestion.

    Like:
    First move everything in c:\windows\installer to d:\installercache
    Then delete c:\windows\installer folder
    Then type this in command mode as admin
    mklink /d c:\windows\installer d:\installercache

    Removing those installer files is a bad idea. it might prevent you from updating or uninstalling apps.
     
    Anusha, Sep 22, 2019
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  3. Trouble deleting a folder

    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

    *Confused Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\ :confused:

    Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\ :eek:hwell:
     
    oli_ramsay, Sep 22, 2019
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  4. Jelu Cal Win User

    Can't delete folder in c:\ProgramData\

    ProgramData-filder backup

    Hi,

    The ProgramData folder is usually located in the C: drive of your device. To locate the ProgramData folder, you can perform the following:

    • In File Explorer, click on the View tab.
    • Click on Options.
    • In the Folder Options window, click on the View tab.
    • Under the Hidden files and folders, select Show hidden files, folders, or drives.
    • Click on Apply.
    • Click on OK.

    Let us know how it goes after you've performed the steps.
     
    Jelu Cal, Sep 22, 2019
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