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What happens if I delete Origin app?

What happens when I uninstall the Origin client? If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Will I lose my progress if I uninstall Origin?

No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!
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Do you have to uninstall Origin?

If you've installed Origin on your Mac to play EA games and now no longer need it, you should uninstall it to free up space. Not only will you create room on your boot drive for other applications, but you will remove the risk of Origin files that haven't been updated conflicting with other software you install later.
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Can I uninstall and reinstall Origin without losing my games?

Actually reinstalling the Origin won't affect your installed games. Your installed games will still be playable after you install the Origin on the system.
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Can I uninstall Origin with EA app?

To download, visit the EA App website and click Download the EA App. Install the program and it will uninstall Origin and transfer all games.
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I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

Do I need Origin with EA app?

Will the EA app replace Origin? Yes, the EA app will replace Origin to be our primary platform for downloading and launching PC games.
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Should I delete Origin if I have EA Desktop?

If the games you play are fully supported through EA Desktop, then no need to use Origin as well.
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How do I reinstall Origin app?

Switch it off, unplug it for fifteen seconds, then plug it back in and power it up. Once you're connected to the internet again, download and install Origin one more time.
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On PC:
  1. Find your Origin installation folder. ...
  2. Right-click the Origin folder and click Delete, then Yes.
  3. Redownload the Origin installer for PC.
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Did I lose my games on Origin?

If your purchase processed but you still don't see your game

Click on the Origin menu in the Origin client and select Reload Page. If this does not work, log out of Origin and log back in again. This will refresh your Game Library in the Origin client. You can also try uninstalling and reinstalling Origin.
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Will deleting EA app delete games?

Nope, you cannot delete your games from your EA account.
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Does uninstalling Origin games delete saves?

Yes it will just stay in the 'My Games' section in Origin client. Regarding the game saves, you should get a prompt when uninstalling the game whether you wish to remove or keep game saves.
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What happens if I delete Origin cache?

Sometimes things don't work quite right with the EA app, Origin for Mac, or your games. Clearing your cache can help fix common issues. Those issues include, but aren't limited to: The EA app being stuck in offline mode or not updating itself.
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Why can't I delete Origin?

Step 1: Press Win + S to open the Windows Search utility. Then search for Control Panel and open it. Step 2: In Control Panel, select View by: Category and click Uninstall a program. Step 3: When you get the list of your installed programs and features, you can scroll down and right-click Origin.
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How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app
  1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
  2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
  3. Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click Download Now.
  5. Download and open the EA app on your PC.
  6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
  7. Click Download.
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Does Origin take up space?

Hard Disk Space: 2.0 GB of free hard disk space for program installation + Help files (does not include data storage). Browser: It requires Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 7, or Microsoft Edge on Windows 11.
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How do I reinstall Origin games without redownloading?

Close down Origin (if its open), Navigate to the folder, and back up all of the game installs In the folder you will find subfolders that are named after all of your games (i.e. "Battlefield 3" ) - copy or move these to the desktop (or another easy to find place) - this may take a while depending on your setup, my ...
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How do I restore my Origin games?

Back up and restore your games with Origin
  1. Find the game you want to move in your Game Library.
  2. Right-click the game tile and select Move game.
  3. Find the new folder where you want to move the game to. ...
  4. Click Select Folder.
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Can you reinstall games Origin?

When you buy a digital version of a game or downloadable content (DLC) for a game through Origin — either from the Store tab in the client or on origin.com — it's automatically added to My Game Library. You can also add games you buy outside of Origin, including physical games.
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Can you play Sims 3 without Origin?

ORIGIN MUST BE INSTALLED TO PLAY THE GAME BUT YOU DONT NEED IT TO RUN THE GAME. ONLY TO LAUNCH IT!!! first open origin and import the sims 3 base game to your origin game library by going to where the game is installed and import the exe directory from that location. NEXT LAUNCH THE SIMS 3.
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Why is my Origin app not working?

Go to your phone's settings and check your network or wifi to make sure you're connected. Go to your phone's settings and upgrade to iOS 1.1 or higher. If you can't upgrade right now, manage your account online at My Account.
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Do I need Origin to play Sims 4?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4. Once installed, you don't need to be online to play.
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Do I need Origin on my computer?

As Ivrognard mentions, Origin is needed. It's used for account management and ownership verification. If your concern is playing your games offline, you can choose to Go Offline within the Origin menu. You then shouldn't have any issues if connectivity is a potential problem area.
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What app replaced Origin?

EA says the new app, simply called the EA app, will be easier to navigate and has improved social features. Players will now be able to link their account with other platforms such as Xbox, PlayStation and Steam - making cross-play much easier than before.
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What happens if I Uninstall Sims from Origin?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content.
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Can I delete Origin?

Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Start menu. Click Uninstall a program under Programs. Click Origin, then click Uninstall.
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