The Windows Security app is a comprehensive security solution integrated into Windows, designed to protect your device and data from various threats.

With features like Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and Smart App Control, you can easily access and configure robust security settings. Built into Windows, this app ensures your …

The app and browser control page in the Windows Security app provides settings to help protect your device from potentially dangerous apps, files, websites, and downloads.

Learn how you can use the free Microsoft Authenticator app to sign in to all your accounts without using a password.

Learn how to locate and manage your app permissions on Windows devices. Some apps or games need specific permissions to work properly.

The Microsoft Authenticator app helps you sign into your accounts when you're using two-step verification.

The settings page of the Windows Security app allows you to configure security providers, notifications, and determine the version of the app. The page is divided into the following sections:

You will see sign-in requests appear either on the lock screen or in the Outlook mobile app. You'll also be able to get one-time passcodes, which you can copy/paste into other sign-in screens.

Windows Security app update This security update provides the latest changes for the Windows Security app. The update is composed of the Windows Security app and its underlying service. This update …

Learn how to use a health report in Windows Security to manage your device performance and keep your device secure.