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wenofia
Copper Contributor
Nov 02, 2024

How to Remove False Virus Alerts Pop-ups on Windows 11

Hello, 

 

I encountered the identical issue as you did yesterday, mirroring your screenshots. Despite trying methods like installing Malwarebytes, no software detected anything. However, I managed to solve it through trial and error, and it turned out to be quite straightforward.

 

To address the issue, open your browser settings – I personally use EDGE, then navigate to the option for Cookies and site permissions. Here's how you can do it:

 

1. Go to "Cookies and site permissions"

2. Select "Manage and delete cookies and site data"

3. At the top of the page, locate "Cookies and data stored"

4. Below that, find "Site permissions"

5. Then, navigate to "Recent activity"

 

This is crucial—focus on recent changes in site permissions. You will see a list of recent sites; go through each one and reset permissions by clicking on it. Do this for every site that has been causing issues.

 

Malware software didn't work in my case either, but once I completed this process, all the issues disappeared instantaneously. I genuinely hope this solution helps you too, knowing how frustrating such problems can be.

  • Exploro's avatar
    Exploro
    Copper Contributor

    Sorry, but does someone know how to do this in Chrome?  I know that Google and MS seem to feud, so maybe that is the issue?  I don't surf to dubious sites...

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