Windows 10: I have tured OFF Windows Defender, but it still checks and deletes files i download.

Discus and support I have tured OFF Windows Defender, but it still checks and deletes files i download. in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; This problem is only on my Laptop. and i have had this problem several times before, all i could do was to REinstall windows. BUT THIS TIME i hope... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by Erik Mulstad, Oct 1, 2019.

  1. ERIK MULSTAD
    Erik Mulstad Win User

    I have tured OFF Windows Defender, but it still checks and deletes files i download.


    This problem is only on my Laptop. and i have had this problem several times before, all i could do was to REinstall windows. BUT THIS TIME i hope SOME OF YOU COULD HELP ME FIX this problem. I have installed AVG antivirus, i have tried to install Norton 360, i have tried to turn off Windows "true scanning" but it still checks and deletes files that i download. This is wery BAD. SO WHAT TO DO.
    ( am from Norway, so the English is not so good. ) i do all my updates. Now i am 2 sec away, from throwing this piece of S*it out the window.

    Pleace help me. maybe pointing me to someplace in the Register, where i can END autoscan

    Rgds Erik Mulstad

    :)
     
    Erik Mulstad, Oct 1, 2019
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  2. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    All files on Downloads folder gone after updating windows defender

    Hi,

    I understand the inconvenience caused to you. We will help you to resolve the issue.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to recover the deleted files in Windows Defender and check if it helps.

    • In the search box type as ‘Windows Defender’ and click on it.
    • Under the tab ‘History’ select the option ‘Quarantined items’.
    • Click on ‘View Details’ and check if any files are available.
    • If the files are present then click on the file and click on ‘Restore’.

    Please get back to us with an update on this issue, we will be happy to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Karthicka_R, Oct 1, 2019
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  3. JOHN SARC
    John Sarc Win User
    Windows Defender Blocking Installations of Downloaded Apps

    Hi Craig,

    There's a possibility that the SmartScreen option is on that's why you're unable to install downloaded apps. Let's try to turn it off and see if it helps. See the steps below:

    • Open Windows Defender Security Center from your Start menu, desktop, or taskbar.
    • Click on the App and browser control button on the left side of the window.
    • Click on Off in the Check apps and files section.

    Let us know if the suggestion helps you out.
     
    John Sarc, Oct 1, 2019
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  4. EDOUARDLESLY1
    edouardlesly1 Win User

    I have tured OFF Windows Defender, but it still checks and deletes files i download.

    Windows Defender Blocking Installations of Downloaded Apps

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    edouardlesly1, Oct 1, 2019
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