Windows Defender antivirus is now integrated into Windows security. Windows updates are responsible for providing definition updates to the windows security center to protect a windows computer against all kinds of malware (malicious software), viruses, and security threats. You don’t need a third-party antivirus program anymore if you have the latest build of Windows 10 running on your computer.
When you download a new file, or open up an application, or go through a site, this Windows security center will provide real-time protection in all of these scenarios. The Windows security center has several sections within it, and each section has its own functions. One particular section that we will take a look at here is the Account protection section. We will also see how someone can hide this section from the Windows security center to maintain security.
How to hide Account Protection in Windows Security in Windows 10?
Account protection in Windows security protects the user’s identity when he/she signs into Windows. It encourages traditional password users to opt for Windows Hello Face, Fingerprint, or PIN for a faster login experience. Additionally, we also have the notify Dynamic lock option. If Dynamic lock stops working if the user’s phone or Bluetooth device is turned off, the account protection section of Windows security will notify the user about it.
This is not the only thing that is included in the Windows Security Center. We also have:
Virus & threat protection: It will monitor the system and check for any possible threats. It will run the malware scans from time to time, and it will also get updates regularly for detecting the new or latest threats.
App & browser control: It protects the Windows user against potentially dangerous files, apps, sites, and downloads. It will monitor the sites you load up in your browser and provide additional protection in terms of exploit protection.
Firewall & Network Protection: It is a part of the Windows Security Center that maintains and manages the Windows Defender antivirus settings and keeps an eye on the connected network and internet connections.
Device Security: This section is for giving users an insight into the security features that are built into a Windows system. It will provide users the status report of the device’s security while managing the different security features for enhanced protection.
Device performance & health: It will provide useful information and status about the device’s performance and health. This will also take care of Windows updates to ensure that you have the latest build of Windows running on your computer.
Family options: These are like parental controls, and they will help parents manage their children’s online experiences. It will do so by monitoring the other Windows devices in the household giving more control over what the other household members can access.
To hide the Account protection section completely, you need to tweak a few things in your system. This section will stay hidden in the Windows security center window, and it will stay hidden from everyone.
To hide this section of Windows Security Center, you need to use the Local Group Policy Editor.
- Press Windows key + R, and it will open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “gpedit.msc” in the dialog box and click on Ok.
- Using the left pane in the group policy editor, navigate to “Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows components > Windows Security > Account protection” in the local group policy editor window.
- In the right pane now, you will see the “Hide the Account protection area” policy. Double click on it.
- Set the toggle to “Enabled,” click on Apply and then click on Ok.
- Then close the Local Group Policy Editor.
Now you can open up the Windows Security Center, and it won’t show the Account Protection tab in it.
If you want this section to show in your Windows Security center again, follow the steps mentioned below.
- Press Windows key + R, and it will open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “gpedit.msc” in the dialog box and click on Ok.
- Using the left pane in the group policy editor, navigate to “Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows components > Windows Security > Account protection” in the local group policy editor window.
- You will see the “Hide the Account protection area” policy in the right pane. Double click on it.
- Set the toggle to “Disabled” or “Not Configured,” click on Apply and then click on Ok.
This is how you can hide the Account protection in Windows Security Center. If you have any questions or queries about this article, then comment down below, and we will get back to you. Also, be sure to check out our other articles on iPhone tips and tricks, Android tips and tricks, PC tips and tricks, and much more for more useful information.