How to Disable Virus Detected Error on Chrome

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Getting a "Virus Detected" error while you're trying to download a file is annoying, especially if you know for a fact that the file you're trying to download does not have a virus. This wikiHow will teach you how to disable the "Virus Detected" error by turning off Windows Defender's real-time protection in Windows 10. After you disable Windows Defender, proceed to download the file at your own risk.

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    This will open your Start menu and begin a search for what you're typing.
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    Settings will open a window to the Windows Security suite.
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    It has the icon of a shield and is usually the first listing in the menu.
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    You should be able to return to your download and complete it before the feature automatically turns back on. [1]
    • You'll most likely need to repeat this process if you have multiple downloads failing due to the "Virus Detected" error.
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      1. Press the Windows key and type "Windows security."
      2. Click the "Windows Security" system settings result.
      3. Click Virus & threat protection .
      4. Click Manage settings .
      5. Click the switch under "Real-time protection" to turn it off.

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