How to Disable McAfee LiveSafe or Total Protection Without Uninstalling
If you use McAfee LiveSafe or Total Protection, you may need to disable the antivirus program temporarily without uninstalling it. This could be necessary for various reasons, such as troubleshooting issues or while installing certain software. Below are the steps to disable McAfee LiveSafe or Total Protection:
- Open McAfee Security Center: Look for the McAfee icon on your system tray (bottom-right corner of the screen) and double-click on it to open the Security Center.
- Access the Navigation Center: Once the McAfee Security Center is open, click on the gear icon at the top-right corner to access the Navigation Center.
- Disable Real-Time Scanning: In the Navigation Center, click on ‘Real-Time Scanning’ and then turn it off by clicking on the toggle switch.
- Confirm the Action: You may be asked to confirm your action to disable Real-Time Scanning. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm.
- Disable Firewall: Similarly, you can disable the Firewall by clicking on ‘Firewall’ in the Navigation Center and turning it off.
- Temporary Disablement: Your McAfee LiveSafe or Total Protection is now temporarily disabled. Remember to enable the antivirus and firewall protection after you have completed the task that required them to be turned off.
It’s essential to re-enable your antivirus and firewall protection as soon as you are done with the task that needed them to be disabled. Keeping your security software up to date and active is crucial for protecting your system from online threats.