How to add an exception to Windows Defender for cryptocurrency wallets?

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• inventiondmOct 09, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Sure, I can help you with that! To add an exception to Windows Defender for your cryptocurrency wallets, you can follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Defender by clicking on the Start menu and searching for 'Windows Defender Security Center'. 2. In the Windows Defender Security Center, click on 'Virus & threat protection'. 3. Scroll down and click on 'Virus & threat protection settings'. 4. Under 'Exclusions', click on 'Add or remove exclusions'. 5. Click on 'Add an exclusion' and select 'Folder'. 6. Browse to the location where your cryptocurrency wallets are stored and select the folder. 7. Click on 'Select Folder' to add the exception. By adding this exception, Windows Defender will no longer scan the folder where your cryptocurrency wallets are stored, ensuring that your wallets are not mistakenly flagged as threats. Please note that it's important to only add exceptions for folders that you trust and that are secure. If you're unsure about the safety of a folder, it's best to leave Windows Defender enabled for that folder. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any further questions.
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• CASEWebDesignsDec 14, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Adding an exception to Windows Defender for your cryptocurrency wallets is a simple process. Just follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Defender by searching for it in the Start menu. 2. Go to the 'Virus & threat protection' section. 3. Scroll down and click on 'Virus & threat protection settings'. 4. Under 'Exclusions', click on 'Add or remove exclusions'. 5. Click on 'Add an exclusion' and select 'Folder'. 6. Browse to the folder where your cryptocurrency wallets are stored and select it. 7. Click on 'Select Folder' to add the exception. That's it! Windows Defender will now exclude the selected folder from its scans, allowing your cryptocurrency wallets to function without interference. Remember to exercise caution when adding exceptions and only exclude folders that you trust. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!
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• Bede mo emamSep 23, 2024 · 10 months ago
  No worries, I've got you covered! To add an exception to Windows Defender for your cryptocurrency wallets, just follow these steps: 1. Open the Windows Defender Security Center by clicking on the Start menu and searching for 'Windows Defender Security Center'. 2. In the Security Center, click on 'Virus & threat protection'. 3. Scroll down and click on 'Virus & threat protection settings'. 4. Under 'Exclusions', click on 'Add or remove exclusions'. 5. Click on 'Add an exclusion' and choose 'Folder'. 6. Navigate to the folder where your cryptocurrency wallets are stored and select it. 7. Click on 'Select Folder' to add the exception. That's it! Windows Defender will now exclude the selected folder from its scans, allowing your cryptocurrency wallets to operate smoothly. Remember to exercise caution when adding exceptions and make sure to only exclude folders that you trust. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask!
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