If you are also dealing with this error, follow the steps given below to fix This app has been blocked for your protection on Windows 10. In such case, the error message shows Program location – C:\WINDOWS\system32\mmc.exe, C:\WINDOWS\system32\devmgmt.msc. Some users receive this error when trying to open Device Management. It is as common as This Application Was Unable to Start Correctly error. Besides, Microsoft tends to trigger this error to software that is discontinued and no longer supported by developers (due to security issues).Īccording to user reports, This app has been blocked for your protection error often bothers users trying to install Rivatuner, Streamlabs OBS, D-Link Application Manager or others.
This can happen if you are trying to download an unpopular or new application from a new developer, but the error might as well appear if you’re trying to install something dangerous. The error prevents you from running or installing certain Windows applications. As you can see in screenshot below, it lists the publisher as not trusted, then displays file origin and program location. Typically, it blocks applications due to unknown publisher or ones from suspicious online sources. Windows Defender SmartScreen displays this User Account Control prompt to inform you that it has blocked the program for your security. Sometimes this Windows Defender pop-up can protect you from potential cyber threats, however, it can become annoying when you know there’s nothing wrong with your download. However, “This app has been blocked for your protection” prompt prevents you from doing so. You have just downloaded an app that you want to install on Windows 10.
Temporarily disable Windows Defender SmartScreen Fix This app has been blocked for your protection via Local Group Policy
Open the blocked file from Elevated Command Prompt Open file blocked by Windows Defender by giving it an exception Fix This app has been blocked for your protection on Windows 10.This App Has Been Blocked for Your Protection comes from Windows Defender.
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