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Stop Windows 10 From Blocking Chrome’s Install→ Remove Firewall

Not all browsers get blocked by Windows 10/11’s Firewall

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Updated onMarch 4, 2024

updated onMarch 4, 2024

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Some users have said that Windows 10’s Firewall blocks Chrome for no apparent reason. The Windows Firewall has blocked some features of this app error message appears for those users. One user statedin a forum post:

Every time I boot up my computer, I get pop up fromWindows Firewallthat some features have been blocked for the same apps:Chrome, Steam, and any steam game that I boot up.

Why is my computer blocking Chrome?

This Windows Defender blocking Chrome situation could appear if the system identifies malicious software or questionable behavior on the Internet.Your computer’s built-in Windows Defender as well as any other antivirus software that you have installed will instantly prevent Google Chrome from installing.

How can I tell if my firewall is blocking something?

Quick Tip:

The built-in proxy VPN of the Opera One browser can help you change your IP address, and does not conflict with the Windows firewall whatsoever.

It’s built on the Chromium engine, just like Chrome, and every saved password, bookmark, and other data can easily be transferred to Chrome so you can have at least a backup when something happens.

Opera One

How do I allow Chrome through my firewall in Windows 10/11?

1. Check the Windows Defender Firewall permissions

If Windows Defender was blocking Chrome, the steps from above should fix it. In case you are wondering the process to allow Chrome to access the network in your firewall or antivirus settings are similar.

2. Disable Network adapters

3. Uninstall VPN software

4. Turn off Chrome extensions

5. Reset Google Chrome

After doing this, you should successfully reset Chrome firewall settings and the problem should be gone.

How to check if Chrome is blocked by antivirus

In order to check whether your antivirus is blocking Chrome or not, you need to open it and go to theBlocked appssection. In there you will see all of the files and apps that your antivirus deems unsafe.

By clicking on a specific app you will be shown options to unblock it and label it a safe app.

We also have a guide that shows you how toAllow Chrome to access the network in your firewall or antivirus settings, so don’t miss it.

Those are the most effective solutions users have confirmed to fix theWindows Firewall has blocked some features of this appChrome error.Don’t hesitate to share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.

Stop Windows 10 From Blocking Chrome’s Install→ Remove Firewall#

Why is my computer blocking Chrome?#

Opera One#

How do I allow Chrome through my firewall in Windows 10/11?#

1. Check the Windows Defender Firewall permissions#

2. Disable Network adapters#

3. Uninstall VPN software#

4. Turn off Chrome extensions#

5. Reset Google Chrome#

How to check if Chrome is blocked by antivirus#