The official Minecraft Launcher includes a specific built-in function to help users maintain a "clean" environment without manually digging through folders.

If you're experiencing technical issues, performing a manual by deleting the %appdata%\.minecraft folder (after backing up saves) is the most common community recommendation.

: Using official or highly reputable open-source launchers to ensure the system remains "clean" of data-stealing software often found in some third-party "cracked" versions.

: It allows for a clean reinstallation by removing potentially corrupted game files while often preserving user-specific data like saved worlds (depending on configuration).