- Grimoire Mod Manager uninstall starts with restoring vanilla Deadlock files before removing the app
- Undeploy mods first: disable active mods or use the snapshot/restore workflow so no replacements remain
- Export your profiles: save
.modprofile.jsonfiles and share codes in case you reinstall later - Platform-specific removal: Windows Installer, Portable, macOS, Linux AppImage, and Debian each uninstall differently
- Verify a clean state: launch Deadlock without mods after removal to confirm original assets return
Before You Uninstall: Restore Vanilla Deadlock
Removing the Grimoire Mod Manager application alone does not automatically undo the mods it deployed into your Deadlock installation. The correct sequence is to strip the modded content first, then remove the manager. Skipping this step is the most common reason players see leftover skins, crosshairs, or audio replacements after an uninstall.
Follow this priority order before deleting anything:
| Priority | Action | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Disable all active mods or switch to an empty profile | Stops replacements from being deployed on next launch |
| 2 | Use Grimoire's restore, undeploy, or snapshot workflow | Reverses previous deployments cleanly instead of manual deletion |
| 3 | Export profiles and share codes | Preserves your loadout for a future reinstall |
| 4 | Launch Deadlock without mods | Confirms original assets are back before removal |
| 5 | Close both Grimoire and Deadlock completely | Prevents locked files during the uninstall process |
If you delete the Grimoire application folder while mods are still deployed, the manager can no longer reverse those file changes. Always restore the vanilla state from inside the app first — otherwise you may need to verify or reinstall Deadlock through your game library afterward.
A snapshot is your safety net. If anything looks wrong after disabling mods, restore the latest known-good snapshot rather than hand-editing game directories.
Step-by-Step Grimoire Mod Manager Uninstall
This walkthrough covers the full removal sequence from a modded setup to a clean system. It works for most installations; platform-specific differences are covered in the next section.
Close Deadlock and Grimoire
Exit both programs fully — do not leave the game running in the background. Windows and Linux may lock deployed files while the game process is alive, which can block a clean restore.
Disable or Undeploy All Mods
Open Grimoire, disable every enabled mod, or switch to an empty profile. Apply the change so the deployment reflects the vanilla loadout. Use the restore or snapshot workflow if the manager offers it for your version.
Export Profiles You Want to Keep
Save any loadout you might reuse as a .modprofile.json file, and copy share codes for profiles you want to redistribute. Store them outside the Grimoire application folder.
Remove the Grimoire Application
Uninstall through the method matching your package type: Windows Settings (Installer builds), folder deletion (Portable builds), moving the app to Trash (macOS), or your package manager (Linux AppImage/Debian).
Delete Leftover Application Data (Optional)
Grimoire stores its own application data separately from the program itself. Remove that data folder only if you want a fully fresh reinstall later — keeping it preserves profiles and settings.
Verify Deadlock Launches Clean
Start Deadlock without any manager attached. Check a hero, the HUD, and audio cues to confirm original assets loaded. If leftovers persist, verify game files through your game library.
Even if you are uninstalling for good, keep the exported .modprofile.json files. They are small, and if you return to Deadlock modding later you can rebuild an entire loadout by importing one file instead of re-finding every mod on GameBanana.
Uninstall Methods by Platform and Package
Grimoire ships in several package formats, and each one is removed differently. Match your download type to the correct removal method below.
| Platform | Package Type | Removal Method |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Installer | Settings > Apps > Installed apps > Grimoire > Uninstall |
| Windows | Portable | Delete the extracted application folder |
| macOS | macOS Application | Move Grimoire to Trash, then empty Trash |
| Linux | AppImage | Delete the AppImage file and any extracted data |
| Linux | Debian Package | sudo apt remove the installed grimoire package |
Windows Installer
- Uninstalls through system Apps settings
- May leave user data in the AppData folder
- Cleanest option for regular desktop use
Portable Build
- No system uninstaller — delete the folder
- Entirely self-contained by design
- Check for a separate data folder before wiping
Linux Packages
- AppImage: delete the file after making a backup
- Debian: remove via package manager for a clean state
- Verify no leftover desktop entries remain
If macOS showed a security or permission prompt on first launch, those permissions persist after the app is removed. You can revoke them in System Settings under Privacy & Security if you want a fully clean slate.
Leftover Files and Data Cleanup
After the main uninstall, a few data locations may remain depending on your platform and how you used the manager.
| Item | Location Type | Keep or Delete |
|---|---|---|
| Profiles and share codes | Grimoire application data folder | Keep if you may reinstall |
| Snapshots | Grimoire application data folder | Delete unless restoring later |
| Downloaded mod archives | Grimoire download/cache folder | Safe to delete |
| Deployed mod files | Inside the Deadlock installation | Should already be restored — verify game files if present |
| Config and path settings | Grimoire application data folder | Delete for a fresh reinstall |
If mods still appear in Deadlock after a proper restore and uninstall, use your game library's built-in file verification instead of deleting files inside the game directory by hand. Manual deletion risks breaking the installation beyond a simple re-verify.
Uninstall Verification Checklist:
- All mods disabled or an empty profile applied
- Profiles exported to a safe location
- Vanilla Deadlock launch confirmed before removal
- Grimoire application removed via the correct method
- Deadlock launches clean with no leftover replacements
Reinstalling Grimoire Mod Manager Later
If your uninstall was part of troubleshooting rather than a permanent goodbye, reinstalling is straightforward. Grimoire is a free, open-source tool with active releases published through the official website and the GitHub repository.
The reinstall flow mirrors first-time setup:
| Stage | Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Download the current build | Match your OS and preferred package format |
| 2 | Launch and allow first-time setup | Respond to any OS security prompts |
| 3 | Confirm the Deadlock installation path | Select the actual game folder, not a shortcut |
| 4 | Import your saved profile | Use the .modprofile.json export or a share code |
| 5 | Enable mods and test | Add mods one at a time to isolate problems |
A clean reinstall is a valid fix when Grimoire will not start, deployments behave inconsistently, or a failed deployment leaves the setup in a mixed state. Removing both the app and its data folder — after exporting profiles — gives you a known-clean baseline.
For community help with stubborn uninstall cases, the official Discord (linked from the Grimoire website) and the GitHub issues page are the most reliable channels.
FAQ
Q: Does uninstalling Grimoire Mod Manager remove my Deadlock mods automatically?
No. The application removal itself does not reverse deployed mods. Disable all mods or use the restore, undeploy, or snapshot workflow inside Grimoire before uninstalling, then verify Deadlock launches with original assets.
Q: Will I lose my mod profiles if I uninstall Grimoire Mod Manager?
Not if you export them first. Save each loadout as a .modprofile.json file or copy its share code before removal. If you skip the export and delete the app's data folder, the profiles are gone.
Q: Skins still appear in Deadlock after uninstalling. What should I do?
This means deployed files were not fully restored. Do not delete files inside the game folder manually — instead, use your game library's file verification feature to restore the original Deadlock installation.
Q: Can I keep the portable Grimoire build on a USB drive and uninstall it from my PC?
Yes. The portable build is self-contained, so you can move or copy the folder to removable storage and delete the local copy. Just remember to undeploy mods and export profiles from the local setup first.