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# Uninstall Tails (Formely Nutshell)

# Uninstalling Tails (Formely Nutshell) from macOS

Follow these steps to completely remove Tails from your Mac system.

## Step 1: Remove the Application

<Steps>
  <Step title="Move to Trash" icon="trash">
    Drag the Tails (Formely Nutshell) application from your Applications folder to the Trash, or right-click and select "Move to Trash"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Empty Trash" icon="trash-can">
    Right-click on the Trash icon in your dock and select "Empty Trash" to permanently delete the application
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 2: Remove the Virtual Audio Driver

<Warning>
  The virtual audio driver is a critical component that needs to be removed separately. This requires terminal access and administrator privileges.
</Warning>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Terminal" icon="terminal">
    Press `⌘ + Space` to open Spotlight Search, type "Terminal" and press Enter
  </Step>

  <Step title="Remove Audio Driver" icon="trash-can">
    Enter the following command:

    ```bash theme={null}
    sudo rm -R /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/HAL/NoSound64ch.driver
    ```

    You'll be prompted to enter your administrator password. Type it in and press Enter.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Restart Audio Service" icon="arrows-rotate">
    Enter the following command:

    ```bash theme={null}
    sudo killall coreaudiod
    ```

    You'll need to enter your administrator password again. Type it in and press Enter.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  After completing these steps, Tails will be completely removed from your system. If you plan to reinstall Tails in the future, you can download it again from our official website.
</Note>

<Tip>
  If you're uninstalling due to technical issues, consider reaching out to our support team first - we might be able to help resolve the problem without requiring a complete uninstall.
</Tip>