How to enable disabled firewall in Windows 10

Firewall is an important security feature in Windows 10 that helps protect your computer from unauthorized access and potential threats. However, there may be times when you need to disable the firewall temporarily to troubleshoot network connectivity issues or to allow certain applications to communicate through the network. In this article, we will guide you on how to enable the disabled firewall in Windows 10.

Method 1: Using Windows Security

The easiest way to enable the disabled firewall in Windows 10 is through the Windows Security app. Follow the steps below:

1. Click on the Start menu and select the Settings icon (gear icon).
2. In the Settings window, click on "Update & Security".
3. In the left sidebar, click on "Windows Security".
4. Click on "Firewall & network protection".
5. Under "Firewall & network protection", you will see the network profile(s) for which the firewall is currently disabled. Click on the network profile (e.g., "Private network") for which you want to enable the firewall.
6. Toggle the switch to turn on the firewall for the selected network profile.

That's it! The firewall is now enabled for the selected network profile.

Method 2: Using Control Panel

If you prefer using the Control Panel to enable the disabled firewall, you can follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type "control" and press Enter to open the Control Panel.
3. In the Control Panel, click on "System and Security".
4. Click on "Windows Defender Firewall".
5. In the left sidebar, click on "Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off".
6. For each network profile (e.g., "Private network"), select the "Turn on Windows Defender Firewall" option.
7. Click on "OK" to save the changes.

Now, the firewall is enabled for all the network profiles.

It is important to note that disabling the firewall can leave your computer vulnerable to network attacks and threats. Therefore, it is recommended to enable the firewall as soon as you have resolved the network issue or allowed the necessary application to communicate through the network.

If you encounter any difficulties or have further questions, we recommend contacting your system administrator or seeking assistance from a technical support professional.

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