Malwarebytes is one of the most popular antivirus software programs, and its premium version offers advanced protection against various types of malware. However, there may be situations where you need to temporarily disable Malwarebytes Premium, such as when you want to install a new software program or troubleshoot an issue. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to disable Malwarebytes Premium temporarily.
Step 1: Open Malwarebytes Premium
The first step is to open the Malwarebytes Premium software on your computer. You can do this by double-clicking on the Malwarebytes Premium icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 2: Click on the Settings Icon
Once you have opened Malwarebytes Premium, you will see a dashboard with various options. Click on the Settings icon located on the top right corner of the dashboard to access the settings menu.
Step 3: Go to Security Tab
In the Settings menu, you will see several tabs. Click on the Security tab to access the security settings of Malwarebytes Premium.
Step 4: Turn Off Real-Time Protection
In the Security tab, you will see a Real-Time Protection option. Toggle the switch to the Off position to temporarily disable Malwarebytes Premium's real-time protection feature. Once you have turned off the real-time protection, Malwarebytes Premium will stop monitoring your computer for malware.
Step 5: Confirm Your Action
After you have turned off the real-time protection feature, Malwarebytes Premium will show a warning message stating that your computer is not fully protected. Click on Yes to confirm that you want to temporarily disable Malwarebytes Premium.
Step 6: Close Malwarebytes Premium
Once you have disabled Malwarebytes Premium's real-time protection, you can close the software by clicking on the X icon located on the top right corner of the dashboard.
Step 7: Re-Enable Malwarebytes Premium
After you have completed your task, you can re-enable Malwarebytes Premium's real-time protection by following the same steps mentioned above. Simply toggle the switch to the On position to turn on the real-time protection feature.
Conclusion
Disabling Malwarebytes Premium temporarily is a simple process that can be done in a few steps. By turning off the real-time protection feature, you can install new software or troubleshoot issues without any interference from Malwarebytes Premium. However, it is important to re-enable the real-time protection feature once you have completed your task to ensure that your computer is fully protected against malware.
