How to Disable Microsoft Security Essentials in Windows 10?
To disable microsoft security essentials win 10 follow these steps:
Step 1: Disable Microsoft Security Essentials Temporarily
Step 2. Open Windows Security: Click on the Start menu and type "Windows Security" in the search bar. Select "Windows Security" from the search results to open the app.
Step 3. Access Virus & Threat Protection Settings: In the Windows Security app, click on "Virus & threat protection" in the left-hand sidebar.
Step 4. Manage Settings: Under the "Virus & threat protection settings" section, click on "Manage settings."
Step 5. Disable Real-time Protection: In the "Real-time protection" section, toggle off the switch to disable real-time protection. This action will turn off Microsoft Security Essentials temporarily.
Step 6. Disable Microsoft Security Essentials Permanently (Not Recommended)
Disabling Microsoft Security Essentials permanently is not recommended unless you have a valid reason, as it will leave your system vulnerable to malware. If you decide to proceed with disabling it permanently, follow these steps:
Step 7. Open the Run Dialog: Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
Open Local Group Policy Editor: Type "gpedit. msc" into the Run dialog and press Enter. This will open the Local Group Policy Editor.
Navigate to Microsoft Security Essentials Settings: In the Local Group Policy Editor, go to "Computer Configuration" > "Administrative Templates" > "Windows Components" > "Microsoft Defender Antivirus" or "Windows Defender Antivirus" (depending on your Windows 10 version).
Step 8. Disable Real-time Protection: Double-click on the "Turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus" or "Turn off Windows Defender Antivirus" policy in the right-hand pane.
Step 9. Enable the Policy: Select the "Enabled" option and click "Apply" and then "OK."
Step 10. Restart Your Computer: To apply the changes, you'll need to restart your computer.
Re-Enabling Microsoft Security Essentials
To re-enable Microsoft Security Essentials after disabling it, follow these steps:
Open Windows Security: Open the Start menu, type "Windows Security" in the search bar, and select "Windows Security" from the search results.
Step 11. Access Virus & Threat Protection Settings: In the Windows Security app, click on "Virus & threat protection" in the left-hand sidebar.
Step 12. Manage Settings: Under "Virus & threat protection settings," click on "Manage settings."
Step 13. Enable Real-time Protection: In the "Real-time protection" section, toggle on the switch to enable real-time protection. This action will turn on Microsoft Security Essentials.
Alternative Method for Disabling Microsoft Security Essentials
Step 1. Long press the Windows key and simultaneously click the R key.
Step 2. Type MSConfig on the window that appears at the bottom left side of your screen.
Step 3. At the top of the screen, a startup button will appear. Click on it. This tab contains all programs that automatically start every time the PC boots up.
Step 4. Select the Microsoft Security Client tab. Uncheck the checkbox found on the left of this tab.
Step 5. Click the Apply button at the bottom right of the PC and click OK.
Step 6. You’ll see a popup message suggesting you restart your PC. Accept the restart to enable the changes to take effect.
Step 7. At this point, Microsoft Security Essentials will be off and will not start automatically when you turn on your PC.