• Sometimes your antivirus is blocking EXE files because it sees them as a threat to your PC.
• If your antimalware solution is deleting executables, you can try to disable it temporarily.
• To protect your harmless files from the antivirus, you should add them to the Exclusion tab.
• For specific steps depending on your cybersecurity tool, such as Avast, ESET, and more others, check our guide below.

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Whether you use a third-party antivirus solution or the Windows-made built-in antimalware tool, the only important thing is that you’re safe from malware intrusion.

Their job is to protect your PC and, while doing so, to restrain from bothersome actions.

However, sometimes the antivirus is overzealous to block or subdue any EXE (executable file) that even scents suspicious. And, to do so against your will.

Below, we explained how to resolve this problem in a few simple steps. So make sure to check the list below and find a way to prevent your antivirus from blocking or deleting the harmless EXE files.

Note: You can try to disable antivirus temporarily and add an exclusion. Even though this action completely negates the purpose of an antivirus, sometimes the tool is too diligent for its own good.

False-positive detections coming from your antivirus software are still a thing and they can cost you a lot of nerves and time.

The first thing you can do is to disable it for real-time protection for some time and try reinstalling the program. But, that doesn’t mean antivirus won’t block the program from executing later on.

Every antivirus allows users to, at their own risk, exclude the files or even folders from future scans. So, after you re-enable real-time protection, the antivirus will subtly skip on the chosen folder or file.

How can I unblock the EXE files blocked by my antivirus?

1. How to stop Avast from blocking a file

Open Exclusions.

Avast is a great antivirus software with one of the highest detection rates for malware or other computer viruses. However, sometimes it can bloc harmless files.

If you want to learn more about Avast antivirus, its requirements, and benefits, don’t hesitate to visit our dedicated guide.

2. How to stop ESET from blocking a file

Click on Add… in the right pane.

ESET is a modern security solution, suitable for all your devices, that is AI-powered in order to keep you protected from old and new threats. But, false positives can still appear.

If you are also using a VPN client and find that is blocked by ESET antivirus, we recommend you to take a look at our step-by-step guide to fix the problem.

3. How to stop Avira from blocking a file

Select Exceptions and then Add.

Avira has won multiple awards during time, due to its high detection rate and very few false positives during testing. Use the above steps if an EXE is detected as malware.

4. How to stop Bitdefender from blocking a file

Open the Exclusions tab.

Bitdefender is another well-known antivirus with high detection rates. It can protect your computer from almost any cyber threat.

If you want to know more details about these great antivirus software, don’t hesitate to check our dedicated guide.

5. How to stop Malwarebytes from blocking a file

Choose Malware Exclusions.

Malwarebytes protects you against malware, ransomware, malicious websites, and other advanced online threats. But, if he detects your EXE files as malware, just follow the above steps. 

6. How to stop Windows Defender from blocking a file

Scroll down and select Add or remove exclusions under the Exclusions section.

Windows Defender is a great built-in security tool that is integrated into your OS. However, this is basic protection and sometimes harmless files can be detected as viruses.

That should do it. Again, we must stress your computer is at risk if you decide to whitelist an EXE file that’s actually a malware.

You can also try to use another antivirus with no false positives or almost none. If you don’t know exactly what to choose, spare your search time and head to our dedicated guide.

So, do act with caution. Feel free to share your thoughts on the subject in the comments section below.

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