How do I disable Windows Defender, the firewall, and antivirus?
How do I disable Windows Defender, the firewall, and antivirus?
Windows Defender
- Download the Defender control app
- Extract it to your Desktop
- Run DefenderControl.exe
- Click on “Disable Windows Defender”
It can also be done within Windows UI:
3rd party antivirus
Although Windows Defender is the default antivirus, many individuals also have third-party anti-virus software installed. Check them again. The most well-known are:
- Avast Antivirus
- Avira
- Bitdefender
- Bullguard
- Kaspersky
- Malwarebytes
- McAfee
- Medal.tv
- Norton SAntivirus
- SeguroTotalAV
FIREWALLS FOR THE THIRD PARTY
Third-party devices may incorporate built-in firewalls in some circumstances. Because we cannot see this for you, please double-check any routers/modems/other devices between you and the internet.
Some well-known reasons include:
- Ubiquiti Networking equipment – IDS and IPS may be configured, which may block the connection. Make certain that it is completely disabled.
Using a VPN is an easy approach to see whether something is interfering with your connection.
FIREWALLS
- Press the Windows key + R at the same time.
- write “CMD”
- Run it as administrator.
- Copy and paste the following command
- NetSh Advfirewall turned off allprofiles.
- Press “Enter”
- You should see “OK”
- Now your firewall is disabled
