How do I stop my antivirus from blocking downloads?
How to stop antivirus from blocking?- Open the antivirus program.
- Go to SettingsGeneralExclusions.
- Click File Paths and then on Browse.
- Find the folder where the blocked file is saved.
- Choose to exclude the whole folder or just the file.
- Confirm the settings and enable real-time protection.
How do I stop Windows antivirus from blocking a program?
Adding an exclusion for an unsafe program could expose your systems and data to increased risk.- Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Virus & threat protection.
- Under Virus & threat protection settings, select Manage settings, and then under Exclusions, select Add or remove exclusions.
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Why are all my downloads blocked?
Why the download was blocked Your file download may be blocked for one of a few reasons: We think it might
be a malicious, unwanted, uncommon, or insecure file. Malicious: You tried to download malware. Unwanted: You tried to download a deceptive piece of software.
How do I allow a website in Avast?
If you prefer to enable JavaScript only for the avast.com domain, follow the steps below:- Go to Menu (the O icon) ▸ Settings ▸ Advanced.
- Click Privacy & security ▸ Site Settings.
- Under Content, click JavaScript.
- Click the Add button next to Allow.
- avast.com and click Add.