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Fix Safe Mode issues with K9 Web Protection in Windows 10/11

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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If you are using theK9 Web Protection application, then you might of tried running it inSafe Modeon  your Windows 8.1 orWindows 10computer. This application worked fine inSafe modein the previous versions of Windows. However, it seems that it often causes some issues in Windows 8.1 andWindows 10. So, if you want to learn how to run the K9 Web Protection inSafe Mode, follow the instructions below.In this tutorial we will be trying to run the K9 Web Protection application using the “Safe Mode” feature in Windows 8.1 orWindows 10with networking because in order to run it you will also need to have access to the internet as well as have administrative rights on the operating system itself.

How to run K9 Web Protection app in Safe Mode on Windows 10

How to run K9 Web Protection app in Safe Mode on Windows 10

1. Update K9 Web Protection

2. Use the Recovery option

The following steps apply to Windows 8.1. The instructions that apply toWindows 10are listed below.

If you’re runningWindows 10, you can quickly access the Recovery options by typing ‘Recovery’ in the search menu. Double click on the first result to open the respective page. Select Advanced Startup and follow the on-screen instructions to enableSafe Mode.

These are the steps you need to take to ensure your K9 Web Protection application starts properly fromSafe Mode. If you cannot manage to start the application, then you can go on the K9 Web Protection official website to learn more about the compatibility details between theSafe Modefeature and the app. If you have additional questions regarding this article, you can also write us in the comments section below and we will help you further.

UPDATE:  K9 Web Protection is now available only as afreeversion. The paid version is no longer available for sale.

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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.