If you are using Windows 10, then you have probably come across Microsoft Defender Antivirus. It is a built-in security tool that helps protect your computer from malware, viruses, and other malicious software. While it is a useful tool, there may be times when you need to turn it off temporarily or permanently. In this article, we will show you how to turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service.

Why Would You Want to Turn Off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service?

There are several reasons why you might want to turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service:

• You are using another antivirus program and want to avoid conflicts
• You need to install software that Microsoft Defender is blocking
• You are troubleshooting a problem and want to eliminate Microsoft Defender as a possible cause

How to Temporarily Turn Off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service

If you only need to turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service temporarily, you can do so by following these steps:

1. Open the Start menu and type "Windows Security"
2. Click on "Windows Security" to open the app
3. Click on "Virus & threat protection" in the left-hand menu
4. Click on "Manage settings" under "Virus & threat protection settings"
5. Turn off the toggle switch for "Real-time protection"

This will turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service temporarily. When you are ready to turn it back on, simply follow the same steps and turn the toggle switch back on.

How to Permanently Turn Off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service

If you want to permanently turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service, you can do so by editing the Windows Registry. However, we do not recommend doing this unless you are an advanced user and understand the risks involved.

If you still want to proceed, here are the steps to follow:

1. Open the Start menu and type "Regedit"
2. Click on "Regedit" to open the Registry Editor
3. Go to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender"
4. Right-click on "Windows Defender" and select "New" > "DWORD (32-bit) Value"
5. Name the new value "DisableAntiSpyware"
6. Double-click on the new value and set the value data to "1"
7. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer

Again, we do not recommend permanently turning off Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service unless you know what you are doing. Doing so can leave your computer vulnerable to malware and other security threats.

Conclusion

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a useful tool for keeping your computer safe and secure. However, there may be times when you need to turn it off temporarily or permanently. If you only need to turn it off temporarily, you can do so using the Windows Security app. If you need to turn it off permanently, you can do so by editing the Windows Registry, but we do not recommend doing so unless you are an advanced user.

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