Fixing the "Data Protection Has Blocked This Application" Message in Norton

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If you're seeing a message that says "Due to a policy violation, Data Protection has blocked this application," don’t worry! This just means Norton thinks the app might be unsafe. You can tell Norton to allow the app by following these steps:
  1. Open Norton
    Start by opening the Norton program on your computer.
  2. Go to Settings
    In the Norton dashboard (the main screen), look for “Settings” or “Advanced” (this might look a little different depending on the version you have).
  3. Find Data Protection Settings
    Look for the section that talks about "Data Protection" or "Firewall." These settings control how Norton protects your data or decides what apps can run.
  4. Add the App to the Exceptions List
    Once you find the right section, look for something like "Exceptions" or "Exclusions." Click “Add” or “Configure,” then choose the app that’s being blocked.
  5. Save Your Changes
    After adding the app to the list, make sure to click "Apply" or "Save" to keep the changes.
  6. Close Norton
    You can now close Norton, and the app should work without being blocked anymore.
That’s it! Your app should be good to go.

Article ID: 3597, , Modified: 9/9/2024 at 5:03 PM

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