Windows 10: Delete write protection From USB File

Discus and support Delete write protection From USB File in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I've been trying to remove File protection from a file from a USB and then delete it for a little while now I Tried.Removing disk attributes from the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by ShowiSTAMPY, Oct 3, 2022.

  1. Delete write protection From USB File


    I've been trying to remove File protection from a file from a USB and then delete it for a little while now I Tried.Removing disk attributes from the USBStarting up in SafeModeDelete The File From Command Prompt.Still Can Not Delete the File.If anyone knows how to help me out with this problem I will be appreciative

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    ShowiSTAMPY, Oct 3, 2022
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  2. freebird_9924, Oct 3, 2022
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  3. Sher Amo Win User
    USB devices getting write protected

    Hi Imdad,

    Some removable storage devices like USB flash drives or pen drive have write protection which is designed to help users prevent unexpected data loss by refusing to delete or format.

    However, if you’re stuck with a write-protected USB drive that can’t be formatted. We recommend that you follow these steps on how to erase and format a write-protected USB flash drive and pen drive using the Regedit.exe tool in Windows. To do this,
    follow the steps below:

    • In the Search box, type regedit and press Enter.
    • Navigate to the following folder:

      Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\StorageDevicePolicies

    Double-click on the WriteProtect value in the right-hand pane of Regedit.exe. Change the Value data from 1 to 0 and click OK to save the change. Close Regedit and restart your computer. Connect your USB flash drive or pen drive again, and you should find the
    write protection is removed and the device is no longer write protected.

    Important: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully. For added protection,
    back up the registry before you modify it. Then, you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base article.

    How to back up and restore the registry in Windows How to back up and restore the registry in Windows.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Sher Amo, Oct 3, 2022
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  4. rdgibby Win User

    Delete write protection From USB File

    deleting write protected files

    I'm having the same problem trying to delete a file on an SD card with a universal host controller. It reads The disk is write-protected. Remove the write-protection or use another disk. How do U remove the write-protection????
     
    rdgibby, Oct 3, 2022
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