# Disable Real time Protection

Go to "**Virus & threat protection**" > "**Virus & threat protection settings**" > "**Manage Settings**" and make sure it matches the image provided [**here**](https://i.imgur.com/7sc5Ahz.png). If the above method did **not work**, then try to [download this tool](https://www.sordum.org/9480/defender-control-v2-1/) and deactivate it with this.