That is precisely why constant updates and improvements are being rolled out in this area, updates that include a feature called Tamper Protection. While Windows Security is powerful enough to handle most cyber-security threats, it becomes useless once it is deactivated by third-party software or malware. This is why the Tamper Protection feature was created, as its main purpose is to prevent the changing of relevant Windows Defender Antivirus settings. To that extent, we’ve compiled a list of methods you can use to disable or enable Tamper Protection in Windows 10, although we highly recommend you keep the feature activated at all times.
How do I turn Tamper Protection on or off in Windows 10?
1. Use the Windows Security UI
2. Edit the Registry key for Tamper Protection
1. Click Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog. 2. Type in regedit.exe. This will open the Registry Editor.
Navigate to this location: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows DefenderFeatures
Double click on the DWORD called TamperProtection to edit its value.
Set it to 0 to disable Tamper Protection. Alternatively, you can set it to 5 to enable Tamper Protection.
A very easy method to enable or disable Tamper Protection on your PC is to tweak the Registry. All you need to do is navigate to the Tamper Protection registry key and change its DWORD value according to your preferences.
If you have trouble accessing the Registry, check out our dedicated article to find out what to do.
3. Use Intune
By following any of the following 3 methods, you will be able to toggle Tamper Protection on or off as you see fit. However, keep note that due to the nature of Tamper Protection and what it does, it is recommended that you keep it enabled at all times. Did you find this guide useful? Let us know in the comments section below.
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