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Step 1 - Open Windows Security

  1. Press Windows Key.
  2. Search for Windows Security.
  3. Open the application.

Step 2 - Disable Real-Time Protection

  1. Select Virus & Threat Protection.
  2. Click Manage Settings under Virus & Threat Protection Settings.
  3. Turn Real-time Protection Off.

Step 3 - Disable Cloud Protection

In the same settings page:
  1. Turn Cloud-delivered Protection Off.
  2. Turn Automatic Sample Submission Off.

Step 4 - Disable Tamper Protection

  1. Scroll down to the bottom of the page.
  2. Locate Tamper Protection.
  3. Turn Tamper Protection Off.

Navigate to: Windows Security → App & Browser Control Disable the following if enabled:
  • Reputation-based protection
  • SmartScreen for Microsoft Edge
  • Potentially unwanted app blocking

Step 6 - Restart Your Computer

After completing the steps above, restart your PC to ensure all changes have been applied.