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How to Perform Windows Defender Reset?

Windows Defender is the in-built security program on the Windows operating system to protect the devices from viruses and malware. Let us see how to perform Windows Defender Reset

Reset Windows Defender Windows 10

Many users have reported several issues while enabling and disabling the Windows Defender program on their Windows 10 devices. Sometimes, it becomes difficult to change the settings as well. In such a situation, you can reset Windows Defender. When you reset Defender, all the settings you have made in it will be restored to the default settings. Continue reading to learn how to reset Windows Defender on a Windows 10 computer.

Windows Defender Reset

Method-1: Using the Control Panel

  • Search for ‘control panel’ using the search bar on the desktop and open the Control Panel window.
  • Select Windows Firewall and then click the Restore defaults menu on the left navigation panel.
  • On the following screen, click the Restore defaults button and click Yes to confirm the action.
  • Wait until the settings get restored and then close the window.

Method-2: Using Windows Security

  • Click the Start icon on the desktop and select the Gear icon to open the Settings window.
  • In the Settings window, choose Update & Security and then select the Windows Security menu.
  • Next, click the Firewall & network protection menu under Protection areas on the right-side panel.
  • Click the Firewall & network protection icon on the left end of the window and select Restore firewalls to default.
  • Now, click the Restore defaults button followed by Yes to continue with the reset.
  • Once the Defender’s settings have been reset, you can close the window.

Method-3: Using Command Prompt

  • Click the search bar and type cmd. From the search result choose Run as administrator to open the Command Prompt.
  • Input the below mentioned command and press Enter.
  • netsh advfirewall reset
  • Once the command has been executed, close the window and go to the Windows Security menu.
  • Open the Firewall settings and check if it has been reset.

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