Depending on the way you had installed NymVPN on your Linux machine, you may need to follow different steps for the uninstallation process.
For proper deletion of the app, it is important not only to uninstall the program but also to get rid of all associated files, even temporary ones.
Non-installer script installation
If you did not install using the install script, use the following command in terminal to uninstall NymVPN:
sudo apt remove --purge nym-vpn-app nym-vpnc nym-vpnd
Installer script installation
If you installed using the installer script, you can use the standard uninstallation instructions below. We’re gradually adding platform-specific packages such as a Fedora RPM, based on user feedback.
To uninstall, run the following command in a terminal:
curl -SsL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nymtech/nym-vpn-client/refs/heads/develop/.pkg/linux/install | bash -s uninstall
Flatpak
To uninstall NymVPN installed via the Flatpak package, use the following command in terminal:
flatpak remove net.nymtech.NymVPN
Important notes:
- Running this command effectively wipes out all NymVPN-related data from your device
- Before uninstalling, it is critical to back up your 24-word access code (mnemonic phrase).
- Uninstalling without backing up this code could result in permanent loss of your Nym account