Does Norton Security 365 block Chrome on Windows 11?

Norton Security 365: Block Chrome on Windows 11

In this article, we will guide you through the process of blocking Chrome from accessing the internet using Norton Security 365 on a Windows 11 computer. Norton's Smart Firewall provides the ability to control access to the internet for individual applications.

Why Block Chrome?

There can be several reasons for blocking Chrome from accessing the internet. A few common reasons include:

• Network resource management
• Reducing distractions during work or study
• Testing and evaluating Norton Security 365's capabilities

Whatever the reason, Norton Security 365 offers the ability to control application access to the internet, allowing users to restrict Chrome's connectivity.

Accessing Norton Security 365 Settings

To begin, you must first access the Norton Security 365 settings:

1. Click on the Norton icon in the taskbar.
2. In the Norton window, click on "Settings" (gear icon).
3. From the settings menu, choose "Network" and then "Smart Firewall".

Once you are in the Smart Firewall settings, you can control access for individual applications.

Blocking Chrome

To block Chrome:

1. Scroll down the list to find "Google Chrome."
2. Click on the gear icon next to "Google Chrome" and select "Edit."
3. In the new window, change the "Access" dropdown to "Block All."
4. Click "Apply" and "OK" to save the changes.

// Blocking Chrome using Norton Security 365's Smart Firewall

 
Access the Norton Security 365 settings:
  
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Click on the Norton icon in the taskbar.
    
In the Norton window, click on "Settings" (gear icon).
    
From the settings menu, choose "Network" and then "Smart Firewall."
   
In the Smart Firewall settings:
  
 
 
Find "Google Chrome" in the list and click on the gear icon next to it, then click "Edit."
 
Change the "Access" dropdown to "Block All," then click "Apply" and "OK" to save the changes.

Now, Chrome will be blocked from accessing the internet through Norton Security 365. Note that this applies to Chrome itself, not the websites you visit using Chrome.

Allowing Chrome Access Again

If you wish to allow Chrome to access the internet again, follow the same steps and change the "Access" dropdown to "Allow."

Norton Security 365's built-in Smart Firewall allows you to control access to the internet for individual applications, such as Chrome on Windows 11. By following the outlined steps, you can block (and subsequently allow) Chrome from accessing the internet when needed.

• References
• Norton Security 365 Help (Norton Security 365 documentation
• Windows 11 Help (Windows 11 documentation)