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The Windows Firewall acts as a shield and protects the PC from numerous threats. Therefore, it is important to keep this app-enabled at all times. However, there are times when third-party software might conflict with this app. In those cases, you can provide an exception to that app within the Windows Firewall but should never disable it. This blog is for readers who find that the Windows Firewall has been turned off automatically and cannot get it up and running again.
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Execute The Firewall Troubleshooter
It is advisable to begin troubleshooting with the official Firewall troubleshooter provided by Microsoft Automated Troubleshooting Services. If you are having issues turning on the firewall in Windows, the service will scan the system for any hidden problems that might be blocking Firewall. If a problem is found, the system will recommend appropriate remedies, which you can implement manually or through the troubleshooter.
- Click on the link to download the Windows Firewall.
- Next, click on the download button.
- Once the file is downloaded, click twice on it to execute the file and follow the onscreen instructions.
- Check the results after the scan is finished, then implement the troubleshooter’s recommendations.
- Now that the troubleshooter has been closed, you can see if the problem has been fixed.
Disable Any Third-Party Antivirus
If this is the case, there is a significant likelihood that it is interfering with Windows Firewall and preventing it from functioning. Therefore, we advise temporarily disabling or removing the third-party security software before using Windows Firewall if you’ve just installed another antivirus software.
Depending on the application you’ve installed, there may be different ways to disable third-party antivirus software. However, a typical method is to right-click on the taskbar antivirus icon. You should be able to disable the antivirus software temporarily until you reboot the machine from the context menu that appears. After turning off the antivirus, try turning on the Windows Firewall to see if it works properly.
Reset Firewall App
- Launch the RUN box by pressing Windows + R keys.
- Enter “Control” and click on the OK button.
- The Control Panel window will now open. You need to click on the View by option on the top and select Category from the dropdown.
- Choose System and Security, then click Windows Defender Firewall.
- On the left side of the control panel, you will have an option “Restore Defaults.” Click on it.
- Adhere to the app interface’s instructions and proceed accordingly.
- Next, press Win + R to open the RUN box again and type “cmd,” then press Ctrl + Shift + Enter key.
- The Command Prompt window will now open in admin mode. Copy and paste the following command and then press Enter.
netsh firewall set opmode mode=ENABLE exceptions=enable
- After the command has been successfully executed, exit the Command Prompt and reboot the PC.
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