How To Allow Or Block Apps In Windows Firewall in Windows 10?

Windows 10 comes with a built-in Windows Firewall app. It provides security from hackers and malicious software trying to access your PC using your network connection. It is possible to allow or deny a specific app from accessing the Internet. Here is how.

Here is How To Allow Or Block Apps In Windows Firewall in Windows 10:

  • STEP 1: At first, open the Settings app.
    windows-10-run-settings
  • STEP 2: Then go to Network & Internet – Status.
    windows-10-settings-network-internet
  • STEP 3: After that, the link Windows Firewall at the right pane.
    windows-10-firewall
  • STEP 4: Then click the link Allow an app or feature through Windows Firewall on the left side of the new opened window.
    windows-10-allow-app--through-windows-firewall
  • STEP 5: Click the button Change settings if you have UAC enabled to unblock other buttons.
    windows-10-firewall-change-settings
  • STEP 6: Finally click on the button Allow another app
    windows-10-firewall-allow-another-app
    and choose an app you want to allow through Windows Firewall. Choose Network types and press Add.
    windows-10-firewall-add-an-app
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