If you’re a Mac user who no longer needs the Citrix Workspace app or is experiencing issues with it, you may be wondering how to uninstall it from your device. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to properly uninstall the Citrix Workspace app on your Mac.
How to Uninstall Citrix Workspace App on Mac
To uninstall the Citrix Workspace app on a Mac, you can follow these general steps. However, please note that the specific steps might vary slightly depending on the version of macOS and the version of Citrix Workspace app you are using.
- Quit Citrix Workspace App:
- Before uninstalling, make sure the Citrix Workspace app is not running. You can quit the app by clicking on the Citrix Workspace icon in the menu bar and selecting “Quit,” or by using the
Command + Q
shortcut after clicking on the app’s window.
- Before uninstalling, make sure the Citrix Workspace app is not running. You can quit the app by clicking on the Citrix Workspace icon in the menu bar and selecting “Quit,” or by using the
- Use the Citrix Workspace App Uninstaller:
- Some versions of the Citrix Workspace app come with an uninstaller. Look for it in the
Applications
folder within aCitrix
subfolder. If an uninstaller is present, simply run it and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Some versions of the Citrix Workspace app come with an uninstaller. Look for it in the
- Manually Delete the Application:
- If there’s no uninstaller, open the
Finder
. - Go to the
Applications
folder. - Locate the
Citrix Workspace
app. - Drag the Citrix Workspace app to the Trash, or right-click and select “Move to Trash.”
- If there’s no uninstaller, open the
- Remove Additional Citrix Files (Optional):
- To remove leftover Citrix files, you might need to check the
Library
folders. To access the Library folder in your user directory:- Open Finder, hold down the
Option
key, and clickGo
in the menu bar. - Click on
Library
that appears when you hold down the Option key.
- Open Finder, hold down the
- Look for Citrix-related files and folders in the following locations and move them to the Trash:
~/Library/Application Support/Citrix
~/Library/Preferences/com.citrix.receiver.nomas.plist
~/Library/Preferences/com.citrix.receiver.nomas.plist.lockfile
~/Library/Internet Plug-Ins/CitrixICAClientPlugIn.plugin
~/Library/Logs/Citrix
- You may also need to check the system-wide Library folder for additional files:
- Open Finder, select “Go” from the menu bar, and click “Go to Folder.”
- Type
/Library/
and look for Citrix-related items to remove.
- To remove leftover Citrix files, you might need to check the
- Empty the Trash:
- Right-click on the Trash can icon in your dock and select “Empty Trash” to permanently remove the files.
Important Note: Be cautious when accessing and modifying the Library
folders. Only remove files and folders related to Citrix to avoid accidentally deleting important data or affecting other applications.
If you are not comfortable performing these steps or if you encounter issues, consider seeking assistance from someone with more experience in managing macOS applications or from Citrix support.
Conclusion
Uninstalling the Citrix Workspace app from your Mac is a straightforward process that involves moving the app to the Trash bin, deleting related files and preferences, and restarting your device. By following the steps we’ve outlined in this article, you can easily remove the Citrix Workspace app from your Mac and ensure a clean uninstallation.