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Disable Windows Security notifications

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Works with Windows 10 and 11Works with Windows Vista, XP, 7, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server 2008 or newer.
  • Windows onlyThis script improves your privacy on Windows
  • Multiple actionsThis page belongs to a category, containing some changes with similar goal.
  • Impact: High

    System Functionality / Data Loss Risk: High

    This action improves privacy with high impact when you run the recommended script.

  • Batch (batchfile)These changes use Windows system commands to update your settings.
  • 3 scripts
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  • Administrator rights requiredThis script requires privilege access to do the system changes
  • Fully reversible

    You can fully restore this action (revert back to the original behavior) using this website.

    The restore/revert methods provided here can help you fix issues.

Overview​

This category provides options to disable various notifications from Windows Security.

Windows Security, built into Windows, provides a centralized interface for managing security settings and viewing system status 1 2. It was first introduced in Windows 10, version 1703 1. Initially, it was called Windows Defender Security Center 1. It displays notifications via the Notification Center 1 (formerly Action Center 3 4).

Windows Security notifications inform users about device health and security, including firewall updates, antivirus status, and Defender SmartScreen 2. These notifications are meant to inform users of potential security risks, but some may find them intrusive or unnecessary.

Disabling these notifications may:

  • Improve privacy by reducing visible security information that may be sensitive.
  • Slightly boost system performance by reducing background processes.

However, disabling these notifications has significant trade-offs:

  • You may miss critical security alerts, leaving your system vulnerable.
  • You may be unaware of important updates or actions needed to maintain security.
Caution

Disabling Windows Security notifications may reduce your awareness of critical security events and vulnerabilities. Only consider this action if you have alternative security measures in place, such as other monitoring tools or strong security practices.

  1. Not Advised

    This script should only be used by advanced users.

    This script is not recommended for daily use as it breaks important functionality.

    Consider creating a system restore point before doing any changes.

  2. Security Trade-off

    This action prioritizes privacy over certain security features. It's not recommended and should only be used by advanced users after understanding its implications.

    Increased Privacy

    Enhanced privacy through reduced data collection and tracking

    Decreased Security

    Some security features will be disabled or limited

    This script can be reversed, this action allows you to can restore the system security.

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  • Tools: Web Browser
  • Difficulty: Simple
  • ≈ 5 instructions
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  3. 3

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    1. Search for the category name: Disable Windows Security notifications
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Explore This Guide​

  • 3 Privacy settings

Choose what to protect based on your needs:

Click any option to learn more about what it does.

Each change can be applied and reversed individually.

Some settings and commands may require technical knowledge to apply correctly.

Disable all Windows Security notifications

This script disables all notifications generated by Windows Security. Windows Security is a built-in Windows feature that offers a unified interface for various security products, including Defender Antivirus. This interface was previously called Security Center. By default, local users are notified by Windows Security. This script blocks these notifications. This script may enhance your privacy by reducing visible security-related information on your screen. It may also slightly imp...

Disable non-critical Windows Security notifications

This article helps you unlock the way: disable non-critical Windows Security notifications on Windows to achieve better personal data privacy enforcement. To add, this setup provides instructions to revert the customizations. Data handling management preserves the integrity of personal identity. Start optimizing sensitive data privacy protection control now with this guide: here's your chance—pick the (Reference: solution) that works. The key to success here is patience. Follow the instructions...

Disable Windows Security taskbar notifications

This script disables Windows Security-related notifications on the Windows taskbar. It removes taskbar integrations (AppUserModelId) for Windows Security components. Windows Security is also called Security Center in older versions of Windows. AppUserModelIds link processes, files, and windows to specific applications, organizing them on the Windows taskbar, managing Jump Lists, and controlling pinning. This script may enhance privacy by reducing the visibility of security-related informat...

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