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Discover effective techniques to `remove stubborn Mac apps`, like Spotify, that keep reopening on macOS. Get step-by-step instructions for a hassle-free solution.
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How to Properly Delete a Mac App That Keeps Opening by Itself

Are you frustrated because apps like Spotify keep popping up on your Mac, even when you haven’t opened them? This is a common issue many Mac users face and can be quite irritating. Fortunately, there are ways to tackle this issue head-on. In this guide, we'll explain why this happens and provide you with an effective solution to permanently remove unwanted apps from your Mac.

Understanding the Problem

When an app keeps reopening, it usually has a setting that tells it to launch automatically—either upon startup or after closing. Although macOS does not allow the deletion of running apps, there are ways to prevent these apps from starting up automatically and remove them altogether.

Step-by-Step Solution

Here's a detailed process to delete a Mac app that keeps reopening on its own, using Spotify as an example.

1. Show Package Contents

Start by locating the app you want to delete in Finder. Follow these steps:

Open Finder from your Dock.

Navigate to the Applications folder.

Find the app you want to delete (e.g., Spotify).

Right-click on the app icon and select Show Package Contents.

2. Delete Contents of the App

Once you have the package contents open, you'll see several folders and files that make up the app. To prevent it from reopening:

Browse through the files and folders.

Look for items that may trigger the app to launch or store settings.

Delete the contents of the folder but be careful to avoid deleting the entire folder itself at this stage.

3. Close the App

Next, make sure that the app is completely closed before proceeding:

If the app is still open, go to the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen and select Force Quit.

Select the app (e.g., Spotify) and click Force Quit to ensure it's no longer running.

4. Delete the App from Applications Folder

Now that the app is closed and its triggering contents have been removed, you can delete the app itself:

In the Applications folder, find the app again.

Drag and drop the app into the Trash or right-click the app and select Move to Trash.

5. Empty the Trash

To make the deletion permanent:

Right-click on the Trash icon in your dock.

Select Empty Trash. This step is crucial as it removes the app entirely from your system.

6. Reinstall if Desired

If you still want to use the app but without the annoyance of it opening automatically:

Visit the official website or the App Store to download a fresh copy of the app.

Make sure to configure the app settings to prevent auto-launching.

Conclusion

Dealing with a Mac app that keeps reopening can be annoying, but with the steps outlined here, you should be able to remove it effectively. Remember to check app settings after reinstalling to ensure it doesn't pop up unexpectedly. If you encounter this issue frequently with other applications, you might want to explore system preferences to manage startup items more effectively.

Take control of your Mac experience by removing those stubborn apps once and for all!