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How to Clear Windows Defender Protection History on Windows 11
- Windows Defender Protection History in Windows 11 shows past detections like viruses, malware, etc., along with actions taken to eliminate the threats.
- Protection History is stored for about 30 days and gets cleared automatically if not done manually.
- Before clearing history, ensure to scan PC for viruses using reliable antimalware tools like Malwarebytes or AVG Antivirus.
- To clear Protection History manually, navigate to C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Scans\History and delete the History folder.
- Alternatively, use Event Viewer to clear the history by opening it, expanding Logs, selecting Microsoft, then Windows, and clearing the log under Windows Defender.
- Local Group Policy editor can also clear the history by enabling Turn on removing items from scan history via Computer Configuration settings.
- PowerShell utility can be utilized by running Set-MpPreference -ScanPurgeItemsAfterDelay command to set the days after which history will be cleared.
- If Protection History is already blank or causing PC crashes, troubleshooting steps can be taken to resolve the issue.
- The article provides methods to fix Sleep Mode issues on Windows 11 and offers assistance for further queries regarding clearing Defender Protection history.
- For more information and detailed instructions, refer to the original article on TechViral website.
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