Remove Bixby Completely Using Settings

The fastest way to remove Bixby from your Samsung Galaxy is to disable it through the Settings app. Open Settings, then go to Apps (or Applications on older models). Find Bixby Voice and Bixby Routines in the list, tap each one, and select Disable. This removes the app from your home screen and stops it from launching when you press the Bixby button on the side of your phone.

If you see Uninstall instead of Disable, the app is not a system app and you can remove it entirely. If you only see Disable, Samsung has locked it as a system app, and disabling is the closest you can get to removal on that device.

After disabling Bixby Voice and Bixby Routines, check Settings > Advanced Features > Bixby Key and turn off Press and hold to open Bixby. This stops the side button from launching anything Bixby-related.

Remap the Bixby Button to Another Function

If you want to keep the physical button but use it for something else, Samsung lets you reassign it. Go to Settings > Advanced Features > Bixby Key. Tap Press and hold and choose from options like Google Assistant, Google Lens, or Camera. Some Galaxy models also let you set it to open any app you choose.

This approach is useful if you use your phone one-handed or want a quick shortcut to a tool you actually use. The button will no longer trigger Bixby at all.

Key Takeaways

  • Disabling Bixby Voice and Bixby Routines through Settings removes the app from your home screen and stops it from launching automatically.
  • The Bixby button on the side of your phone can be turned off in Settings under Advanced Features > Bixby Key.
  • On most Samsung Galaxy phones, you can remap the Bixby button to open Google Assistant, Google Lens, Camera, or another app instead.
  • If Bixby appears as a system app, you can only disable it, not uninstall it completely — this is a Samsung limitation on newer models.

Remove Bixby from Your Home Screen

Even if you keep Bixby installed, you can hide it from view. Long-press the Bixby app icon on your home screen and select Remove from Home Screen or Uninstall. If Uninstall is available, tap it. If only Remove from Home Screen appears, the app stays on your phone but stops showing up where you see it.

You can also swipe left on the app icon and tap the trash or minus icon, depending on your Samsung model and Android version. This hides Bixby without touching the system settings.

Disable Bixby Routines Separately

Bixby Routines is a separate tool that automates tasks on your phone — it can trigger actions based on time, location, or app use. Even if you disable Bixby Voice, Routines may still run in the background. Go to Settings > Apps, find Bixby Routines, and tap Disable.

If you want to keep Routines but stop it from running automatically, open the Bixby Routines app itself, go to My Routines, and toggle off any routines you do not want active. This gives you finer control than disabling the whole app.

What Happens After You Disable Bixby

Disabling Bixby does not harm your phone or affect other Samsung features. Your Galaxy will run normally, and you lose nothing except access to Bixby's voice commands and automation. You can re-enable it later through Settings if you change your mind.

Disabling Bixby also frees up a small amount of RAM and battery, since the app no longer runs in the background. The difference is usually small on modern phones, but every bit helps if your device is older or has limited storage.

Bixby on Older Samsung Models

Older Galaxy phones (Galaxy S8, S9, S10) sometimes have a dedicated Bixby button that cannot be remapped through Settings. On these models, your best option is to disable Bixby Voice and Routines, then use a third-party app like Button Remapper or Bixby Button Remapper from the Google Play Store to reassign the button.

These apps work by intercepting the button press before Samsung's system does. They are free and do not require root access. Read the reviews before installing, as quality varies between apps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I completely uninstall Bixby from my Samsung Galaxy?

On most newer Samsung phones, Bixby is a system app that cannot be fully uninstalled — you can only disable it. Older models sometimes allow uninstall. Check your Settings > Apps list: if you see Uninstall, you can remove it; if you only see Disable, it is locked to your phone.

Will disabling Bixby slow down my phone?

No. Disabling Bixby will not slow your phone down. It may free up a small amount of RAM and battery since the app stops running in the background, but the change is usually not noticeable on modern devices.

What if the Bixby button keeps launching Bixby even after I disable it?

Go to Settings > Advanced Features > Bixby Key and make sure Press and hold to open Bixby is toggled off. If it is already off and the button still works, restart your phone. On very old models, you may need a third-party button remapper app.

Can I turn off Bixby Routines but keep Bixby Voice?

Yes. Open Settings > Apps, find Bixby Routines, and disable it. Bixby Voice will still work. You can also open the Bixby Routines app and toggle off individual routines instead of disabling the whole app.

Does disabling Bixby affect Samsung Pay or other Samsung services?

No. Bixby is separate from Samsung Pay, Samsung Health, and other Samsung apps. Disabling Bixby will not affect those services or any other phone functions.