Frequently Asked Questions
Windows Protected My PC Pop Up, Is My PC Really At Risk?
Last Updated 8 years ago
The app is safe to download. SmartScreen filter shows the same warning message for almost all 3rd party programs which are downloaded from the Internet. Because the app is new, it hasn’t been downloaded enough times yet for Windows to recognize it as safe. SmartScreen filter checks websites and files, and warns you if it finds something suspicious or unknown. Although it’s a good security feature, many times you might find it annoying. To proceed, do the following:
"Windows Smartscreen prevented an unrecognized app from starting. Running this app might put your PC at risk.”
1. Click “more info”
2. Click “RUN ANYWAY”
"Windows Smartscreen prevented an unrecognized app from starting. Running this app might put your PC at risk.”
1. Click “more info”
2. Click “RUN ANYWAY”