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Versecxy's avatar
Versecxy
Iron Contributor
Feb 09, 2026

Why? Restrictions on access to user account apps

Hello
 
I'm looking to block access to certain apps for a standard user account.
Can you tell me the procedure?

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  • Waylene's avatar
    Waylene
    Brass Contributor

    Open Windows Settings: Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.

    Navigate to Accounts: Click on "Accounts" in the Settings window.

    Select Family & other users: Click on "Family & other users" from the left menu.

    Select the user account: Choose the standard user account you want to restrict.

    Restrictions: Click on "Set restrictions" under the user account.

    Allow or Block Apps: Click on "Find more restrictions" and then toggle off the apps you want to block. Alternatively, you can directly go to the "Apps" section and toggle off the specific apps you don't want the user to access.

  • Komondor2240's avatar
    Komondor2240
    Iron Contributor

    You may utilise the Group Policy Editor or Local Security Policy to create path rules within the Software Restriction Policies to prevent specified applications from running.