Purpose of Knowledge Article

• Provide instructions on how to add exclusion to Microsoft Windows Security (previously called Windows Defender)
• This knowledge article will also provide instructions on how to add file type or process to Microsoft Windows Security

Resolution

• To add files, folders, file types, or processes to the exclusion list on Windows Security, see Add an exclusion to Windows Security
• For adding file types or processes, also see How to add a file type or process exclusion to Windows Security for additional helpful information
  • This provides extra tips and tricks on how to effectively add file types or processes to the exclusion list