This is understandable if you are trying to access some system files. But if it happens for all folders on your PC, then there is a problem somewhere. In this guide, we will show you how to eliminate this error for good and regain unrestricted access to your folders and files.
Why is my computer telling me I need administrator permission?
Below are some of the possible reasons you are getting you need permission to perform this action error on your PC:
Lack of privilege: The obvious reason you might be facing you need permission to perform this action error when you want to delete a file on Windows 7, 10, or 11 is lack of administrative privileges. Also, it might be because you are not the owner of the file. The solution is to take ownership of the folder and try again. Faulty system files: Sometimes, this problem might be caused by one or more corrupt system files. You need to restore and repair these files to get past the error. Presence of malware: Another known cause of the you need permission from the administrator to perform this action error is activities of viruses on your PC. Running a virus scan with Windows Defender should do.
How do I fix I need permission to perform this action?
1. Check your account type
To get unrestricted access to the contents on your PC, you need to use an administrative account. Else, you will get a You need permission to perform this action error while trying to perform some actions. Also, if you are using a local account, you need to switch to an admin account or change it to an administrator account.
2. Enable Safe Mode
Sometimes, a third-party app or process might be causing the You need permission to perform this action error. Starting your PC in Safe Mode will limit the number of drivers and processes that boots with your PC.
3. Change the owner of the file or folder
After doing that, you’ll have ownership over the selected file, and you’ll be able to get rid of the You need permission to perform this action error.
4. Add account to the list of admins
In some cases, you need to ensure that your account has all the administrative rights. To do this, you need to add the user account to the list of admins on the PC. SPONSORED This will get rid of the You need permission to perform this action error. However, you should know that this fix will not work if your account is a standard one that has been restriccted by the admin.
Also, it is important to note that your third-party antivirus can cause this issue. So, you should disable it and use Windows Defender for the virus scan.
6. Repair system files and memory partitions
If the solutions above prove abortive in fixing the You need permission to perform this action error, the issue might be with your system files or memory. Running the command above should fix the cause of the issue and restore normalcy.
With this, we can conclude this detailed guide on how to fix a You need permission to perform this action on OneDrive, external drive, or any other folder, app, and files on your PC. You only need to follow the instructions carefully and things should be back to normal.
If you are facing other issues like You require permission from trustedinstaller, check our dedicated guide on topic to fix it for good.
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