Windows 10: Where are the files that Windows Defender deleted?

Discus and support Where are the files that Windows Defender deleted? in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; My windows defender keeps removing my files. I go to scan history and NOTHING is there. I cannot restore these files. Where are they? Thanks... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by JohnW_New, Mar 23, 2019.

  1. JOHNW_NEW
    JohnW_New Win User

    Where are the files that Windows Defender deleted?


    My windows defender keeps removing my files. I go to scan history and NOTHING is there. I cannot restore these files. Where are they?


    Thanks

    :)
     
    JohnW_New, Mar 23, 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, Mar 23, 2019
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  3. SANTOSH_RAI
    Santosh_Rai Win User
    defender scans

    Hi Ian,

    Thanks for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    This issue might occur if you have set any task scheduler for Windows Defender.

    I suggest you to delete the task for Windows defender and check if it helps.

    Follow the below steps:


    • Search and open Schedule tasks.

    • In the left-hand menu, open the Task Scheduler Library, then select
      Microsoft >Windows >Windows Defender.

    • Double-click Windows Defender Scheduled Scan.

    • Select the Triggers panel, then select Delete.

    Hope it helps, reply to us with the status of your issue. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Santosh_Rai, Mar 23, 2019
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  4. MOHANC
    MohanC Win User

    Where are the files that Windows Defender deleted?

    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
    MohanC, Mar 23, 2019
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