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2 Ways to Block a Program in Firewall
Tested and practical methods to block an app on your firewall
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Sometimes you want to keep a program on your PC butprevent it from accessing the internet. To do this, you need to block the program in your Firewall.
While this sounds simple and straightforward, you still need to know how to proceed. In this guide, we will detail the steps you need to follow to achieve this feat quickly.
Why do I need to block a program?
The major reason usersblock a programin Firewall is to monitor the use of their PC resources. This is especially true for programs that use your network.
Also, you can block an app or process from accessing your PC. This protects your PC from harmful software and ensures your safety.
How do I block a program in Firewall?
1. Block a program with advanced settings
With this, you can block a program using the Windows Defender Firewall advanced settings. The program added in the new rule will not be able to access the internet going forward.
2. Block the program temporarily
To temporarily block a program on Windows Defender Firewall, you need to follow the steps above. This method is easier, as the settings are easy to change.
Whenever you need to allow the app through your firewall, you only need to check the box to the left of the program.
There you have it: everything you need to block a program in your Firewall. The solutions above are for Windows Defender Firewall only.
If you use any third-party firewall, you need to check its settings to know the steps to follow.
If you want to knowif your firewall is blocking a port or program, check our detailed guide for the steps to follow.
Feel free to let us know in the comments below if you encounter any problems while applying the steps above.
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Ola-Hassan Bolaji
Windows Hardware Expert
A Computer Engineering graduate, he has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers.
He finds joy in simplifying complex topics into simple solutions for PC users. The quality of his work and providing step-wise tested and proven solutions to PC issues are all that matter to him.
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He’s a Computer Engineering graduate who has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers & operating systems.
