Windows 10: How can I turn off Windows Security Virus Protection

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  1. RED BANAYO
    Red Banayo Win User

    How can I turn off Windows Security Virus Protection


    Hi everyone. I have a problem with Windows security, especially with the virus threat protection, I can't turn it off, the toggle button after clicking will revert back to its default setting on, the same also with the tamper protection.How can I fix this problem, I have some applications that needs to be installed, and Windows Security deletes all the files I downloaded.I have a screen recording with the issue.

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    Red Banayo, May 14, 2024
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  2. THAGSTROM
    Thagstrom Win User

    How can I turn off virus protection?

    Hello! I am an Independent Advisor, I would love to help you out!

    I would suggest to only turn off virus protection for a short duration such as during the installation of an app that can't be installed otherwise.

    The steps to turn off windows defender are:

    1. Select Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > virus & threat protections settings

    2. Switch Real-time protection to Off. Note that scheduled scans will continue to run. However, files that are downloaded or installed will not be scanned.
     
    Thagstrom, May 14, 2024
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  3. T2512
    T2512 Win User
    Cannot turn on Virus protection

    My virus protection cannot be turned on after the latest update of Windows. There is notice about unexpected error everytime I try to restart Virus protection (In the security center, it said that threat service has stopped and I need to restart). I have
    tried many methods suggested in the Internet but none work. And I dont install any other virus-protection progam like Norton or Mcaffe.
     
    T2512, May 14, 2024
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  4. ANJU THEKKETHIL
    Anju Thekkethil Win User

    How can I turn off Windows Security Virus Protection

    Turning on spyware and virus protection

    Hello,

    I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with Windows 10. I will certainly help you.


    Windows Defender is the default real-time (always on) protection program in Windows 8, 8.1 and 10.

    If there are any third party security software installed, then Windows Defender will get disabled automatically.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it help:


    • Open Settings by either clicking on the Settings icon on the Start menu or simultaneously pressing Windows and I keys.

    • Click on Update & Security.

    • Click on Windows Defender, and on the left right side, turn on.

    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Anju Thekkethil, May 14, 2024
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