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Windows Security Icon Missing? How to Get It Back
Corrupt system files may prompt this issue on your PC
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Some of our readers have recently reported theWindows Securityicon missing on their PC either on theSystem tray or task managerstart-up.
In case you are experiencing similar issues and you don’t seem to know why it is happening or how to get your Windows Security icon back, don’t worry. This post is for you.
Why is the Windows security icon missing?
There are several reasons why the Windows Security icon may be missing from your computer’s taskbar or system tray. Below are five possible causes:
Now that you know some of the potential reasons behind the Windows Security icon missing error, the next section will provide you with simplified steps on how to get it back on yourWindows taskbar.
What can I do if the Windows Security icon is missing?
Before trying any of the advanced solutions provided in this article, you should consider performing the following preliminary checks;
Having confirmed the above checks, if the problem persists, you can explore the advanced solutions provided below to get the Windows Security icon back.
1. Show the Windows Security icon on Taskbar
Now, check whether the issue of the Windows Security icon missing is fixed or not. If not, try the next fix.
2. Enable the Windows Security icon at Startup
If you try enabling the Windows Security notification icon on your Taskbar but it’s not showing, you can set it to appear on Startup. If this doesn’t work, try the next fix.
3. Use the Windows Registry
The Windows Security notification icon should launch automatically whenever you log in to your account.
4. Enable the Windows Security icon in Local Group Policy Editor
TheLocal Group Policy Editoris another option to use to fix the Windows Security icon missing issue. It is however important tocreate a system restore pointbefore making any Windows Policy changes.
And that’s it on how to get the Windows Security icon missing back if it is missing. If you have further questions or suggestions on this guide, kindly drop them in the comments section.
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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