Windows 10: Cannot enable or update Windows Defender

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  1. FIREHOME
    Firehome Win User

    Cannot enable or update Windows Defender


    How can I enable Virus and threat protection?

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    Firehome, Jul 8, 2022
    #1
  2. JOHN FER
    John Fer Win User

    I want to enable Windows Defender

    Hello,



    This issue might be caused by system conflict. For us to know more, please answer the following:



    • Can you provide us the result of SFC?
    • Are you getting any error messages?


    Also, we suggest checking this article to know more on how to enable Windows Defender.



    Get back to us and keep us updated.
     
    John Fer, Jul 8, 2022
    #2
  3. ROSE CAL
    Rose Cal Win User
    Windows defender is not going to enable manually....

    Hi,

    Windows Defender Antivirus works help protect your device by scanning for malicious or unwanted software and uses real-time protection to scan everything you download or run on your device. To efficiently assist you, we'd like to gather more information:

    • What is the exact error message you received?
    • Are you able to use Windows Defender before?

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you follow the steps in this article on how to turn on/off Windows Defender.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Rose Cal, Jul 8, 2022
    #3
  4. MONICA CAM
    Monica Cam Win User

    Cannot enable or update Windows Defender

    Windows update and windows defender issues

    We suggest you to avoid installing any cleaner or anti-virus software that may interrupt the function of Windows Defender. Make sure that Windows Defender is always on. To do this follow these steps:

    • On the Start menu, type Windows Defender and hit enter.
    • Click Settings.
    • Turn Real-time protection on.
    We also recommend you to install the latest update for Windows Defender.

    Should you have further questions, feel free to get back to us.
     
    Monica Cam, Jul 8, 2022
    #4
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