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Why is Smart Screen blocking a site? why can't I override it?

I tried to install a program from a reputable source. This message appeared:

What's worse, there appears to be no X so that I can override it and continue.

Why is Smart Screen blocking it and how can I override it?

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Hi Taffy,

 

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

 

SmartScreen Filter is a useful security feature introduced since Windows 8. When trying to download or run a specific program, SmartScreen might show you a warning that “it is not commonly downloaded and could harm your computer“, “running this program might put your PC at risk”

 

How to Turn Off SmartScreen Filter in Windows 10.

  • Press Windows key + X, then click Control Panel.

  • Select System and Security option.

  • Click on Security and Maintenance.

  • In the left pane, click on the Change Windows SmartScreen settings link.

  • Now SmartScreen Settings window will appear. You will see three options there. Check the last option “Don’t do anything (Turn Off Windows SmartScreen)” and press OK to disable SmartScreen. SmartScreen is disabled now.

Hope this information is helpful.

Thank & Regards,

SuJata Moktan.

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Last updated February 3, 2024 Views 1,223 Applies to: