🔴 Important: Do not forget to re-enable your antivirus after installation to keep your system secure.

Windows 8 / 8.1

Temporarily Disable Windows Defender:

1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Go to System and Security > Action Center.
3. Click Windows Defender.
4. In Windows Defender, go to the Settings tab.
5. Uncheck Turn on real-time protection (recommended).
6. Click Save changes.

Windows 10

Temporarily Disable Windows Defender:

1. Open the Start Menu and type Windows Security. Open the app.
2. Click Virus & threat protection.
3. Under Virus & threat protection settings, click Manage settings.
4. Turn off Real-time protection.

Windows 11

Temporarily Disable Windows Defender:

1. Open the Start Menu and type Windows Security. Open the app.