Windows 10: How do I stop windows defender periodic scan?

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  1. RAMITHA PATHMILA
    Ramitha Pathmila Win User

    How do I stop windows defender periodic scan?


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    I can't see any option in windows security app too.

    :)
     
    Ramitha Pathmila, Sep 24, 2020
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  2. STEVE C
    Steve C Win User

    Defender Periodic Scanning or Offline Scanning?

    That link does suggest it's useful to use Defender offline scanning in addition to periodic scanning and a third party real time anti virus (e.g. Kaspersky).
     
    Steve C, Sep 24, 2020
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  3. LE BOULE
    Le Boule Win User
    Le Boule, Sep 24, 2020
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  4. RAMESH.KUMAR
    Ramesh.Kumar Win User

    How do I stop windows defender periodic scan?

    windows defender scanning stopped

    Hi Mary,

    As per the issue description you are unable to scan your computer using Windows Defender. While scanning your system you are getting an error message "Your PC couldn't be scanned. This program's service has stopped. You can start the service manually or
    restart you computer, which will start the service."

    The issue could be if the service responsible for Windows defender either get corrupted or is stopped. Try the steps provided below and see if it helps you to fix the issue.

    Method 1

    I would suggest you to check if the services responsible for Windows Defender are running. If it is running make sure the status is Automatic. You may follow the steps provided below to check the services.

    • Press Windows key + R to open run box.
    • Type services.msc and hit enter.
    • There should be 2 services: Windows Defender Service
      and Windows Defender Network14.
    • Right click on each service and start the service if not running.

    Method 2

    If issue persists, try to refer the articles mentioned below and see if it helps you to fix the issue.

    Updating your Microsoft antimalware and antispyware software

    How to troubleshoot definition update issues for Windows Defender


    Problems starting Windows Defender in Windows 8/8.1/10

    Help protect my computer with Windows Defender

    Hope this would help. If issue still persists post back with current status of your computer and result of the proposed suggestion, we will be happy to assist you.

    Regards,
     
    Ramesh.Kumar, Sep 24, 2020
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