VeryPDF PDF Password Remover is a powerful tool that helps you remove passwords and restrictions from PDF files. However, due to the nature of its functionality, some antivirus software, including Windows Defender, may flag it as a potential threat. This is known as a false positive. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to safely install and run VeryPDF PDF Password Remover despite these false positives.
Step 1: Temporarily Disable Windows Defender Real-Time Protection
Before downloading and installing the software, you need to temporarily disable Windows Defender Real-Time Protection to prevent it from interfering with the installation process.
- Open Settings by pressing
Windows + I. - Navigate to Privacy & Security.
- Click on Windows Security in the right panel.
- Click on Virus & threat protection.
- Under the Virus & threat protection settings section, click on Manage settings.
- Toggle off Real-time protection. You will receive a warning, but this is just temporary.
Step 2: Download the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover Software
Now that Windows Defender is temporarily disabled, proceed to download the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover Software.
- Visit the official VeryPDF PDF Password Remover download page ,
- Click on the Download button to start the download process.
https://www.verypdf.com/pwdremover/pwdremover.exe - Save the installer to a location on your computer where you can easily access it, such as the Downloads folder.
Step 3: Install the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover Software
With the installer downloaded, you can now install the software on your computer.
- Navigate to the location where you saved the installer.
- Double-click on the installer file to start the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes to allow the installation to proceed.
Step 4: Exclude the Software from Windows Defender Scans
To prevent Windows Defender from flagging the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover in the future, you need to exclude the software from scans.
- Open Settings by pressing
Windows + I. - Navigate to Privacy & Security.
- Click on Windows Security in the right panel.
- Click on Virus & threat protection.
- Under the Virus & threat protection settings section, click on Manage settings.
- Scroll down and click on Add or remove exclusions under the Exclusions section.
- Click on Add an exclusion and select Folder.
- Navigate to the installation directory of the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover (typically
C:\Program Files (x86)\VeryPDF PDF Password Remover) and select the folder.
Step 5: Re-enable Windows Defender Real-Time Protection
After excluding the software, you can safely re-enable Windows Defender Real-Time Protection.
- Open Settings by pressing
Windows + I. - Navigate to Privacy & Security.
- Click on Windows Security in the right panel.
- Click on Virus & threat protection.
- Under the Virus & threat protection settings section, click on Manage settings.
- Toggle on Real-time protection.
Step 6: Run the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover Software
With Windows Defender Real-Time Protection re-enabled and the software excluded from scans, you can now safely run the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover.
- Locate the VeryPDF PDF Password Remover shortcut on your desktop or navigate to the installation directory.
- Double-click the shortcut or executable file to launch the software.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to use the software to remove passwords and restrictions from your PDF files.
By following these steps, you can safely install and run VeryPDF PDF Password Remover Software despite any false positives from Windows Defender. This process ensures that you maintain the security of your system while still being able to use the necessary tools for your PDF files.