How to block program in firewall in Windows?


Hello, I am looking to block a program using Windows Firewall from using Internet, so how can I block program easily using Windows firewall only and without any other external tool or software?


Asked by:- vikas_jk
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: 1142 At:- 9/16/2021 2:40:52 PM
Windows firewall block program in firewall




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profileImage Answered by:- manish_jk

You can use below steps to block a program using Firewall:

  • Open the Run window (Windows key + R).
  • Type "WF.msc". This should open up Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security.
  • Click on "Outbound Rules" in the left sidebar pane.
  • Select "New Rule" in the right sidebar pane.
  • Check if "Program" selected, click on "Next".
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  • Browse and locate your program executable. (.exe file), which you want to block.
  • Select Block the connection.
  • Click Next.
  • Let the checkboxes remain as is if you want to block the connection everywhere regardless of the network it is connected to.
  • Click Next.
  • Write an appropriate Name and Description so you know which program is being blocked by the rule. (Will help you in understanding, when you need to unblock it in future.)
  • Click on Finish.

If Future if you wish to unblock the program connection, simply select and right-click on it, and select "Delete", once you will delete the rule, program will be unblocked.

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At:- 9/16/2021 2:50:57 PM
Thanks for your answer, understood, will implement it in this way. 0
By : vikas_jk - at :- 9/16/2021 2:53:44 PM





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