Windows 10: Windows Defender

Discus and support Windows Defender in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; How can I stop windows defender from quarantining files I need ?I have listed the files as OK. They do have some good tools that can get detected as... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Robin Ganderton, Jan 13, 2025.

  1. Windows Defender


    How can I stop windows defender from quarantining files I need ?I have listed the files as OK. They do have some good tools that can get detected as virusesI want to stop that.Microsoft is usually wrong about infected files. Plus, the fact they quarantine files I need, is a problem.Shutting off defender does not help. All the other antivirus I run are fine, just Microsoft's.please help !Thanks

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    Robin Ganderton, Jan 13, 2025
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  2. Windows Defender problem

    Hi Ernst,

    To troubleshoot this issue, we suggest that you check the Windows Defender service if it's running. If you are using a third party spyware/malware program, it may disable the Windows Defender service. To do this, please follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows + R key.
    • Type services.msc.
    • Right-click Windows Defender service and click
      Start.

    Let us know the result.
     
    Rafael Com, Jan 13, 2025
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  3. Windows update and windows defender issues

    We suggest you to avoid installing any cleaner or anti-virus software that may interrupt the function of Windows Defender. Make sure that Windows Defender is always on. To do this follow these steps:

    • On the Start menu, type Windows Defender and hit enter.
    • Click Settings.
    • Turn Real-time protection on.
    We also recommend you to install the latest update for Windows Defender.

    Should you have further questions, feel free to get back to us.
     
    Monica Cam, Jan 13, 2025
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  4. Arul_D Win User

    Windows Defender

    Installing Apps on Windows 10 Has Windows Defender Finding Malware

    Hi Tommy,

    Welcome to the Microsoft Community.


    • Is this issue specific to third party apps?
    I would suggest you to open Windows defender and add exclusions and check if it helps. Follow the steps to add exclusions in windows Defender.


    • Type Windows defender settings in the search bar and press enter

    • Under Exclusions click on Add Exclusion
    Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of the issue so that we can assist you further.
     
    Arul_D, Jan 13, 2025
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