Most apps and programs on Windows require an active internet connection to function smoothly. However, if a particular app or program is consuming a significant portion of your bandwidth, you can block internet access entirely. Blocking an app's internet access can be useful if you have a limited data plan and want to limit its background data usage. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps on how to block or unblock a program from using the internet on Windows 11. So, without further ado, let's get to it.
How to block internet access for an application using Windows Defender Firewall
Prepare Windows Defender Firewall A nifty tool that protects your computer from unauthorized network traffic. It also allows you to configure various inbound and outbound rules for specific users, networks, services, and programs. You can use this tool to create an outbound rule that blocks a specific application or program from accessing the Internet.
To block internet access for an app on Windows 11, you need to note its file path by following the steps below. For demonstration purposes, we will disable internet access for Microsoft Edge on Windows 11. Let's Begin.
Step 1: Open start menu And click All apps in the upper right corner.
Step 2: Scroll down or Use the search bar At the top to select Application site whatever you want Disable access To the internet for him.
Step 3: Once detect location Right click on the application, and go to More and select open the file location.
Step 4: Right click on App shortcut and select copy as path.
Once you have Program file path You can use the following steps to block his access to the Internet in Windows.
Step 1: Click Search code in Taskbar or Click on Windows key + S To enter Search menu. Write Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security and select First result that appear.
Step 2: In the next window, select issued rules from the left sidebar.
Step 4: in New Outbound Rule Wizard Which opens, select البرنامج And click next one.
Step 5: Locate This program path To block internet access for a specific program.
Step 6: Paste path Program file previously copied and click next one.
Step 7: Locate call blocking And click next one.
Step 8: within When does this rule apply? You will see Three options: the field ، And private ، And the public. If you want to block internet access in all circumstances, check all three and click next one.
Step 9: Enter an appropriate name for this rule. This will help you quickly define rules if you plan to block Internet access for multiple applications or programs. Optionally, you can also Add a brief description.
Step 10: Finally, tap "ending".
The rule will be applied immediately and Windows will block Internet access for the application or program.
Similarly, you can repeat the above steps to create new rules and block Internet access for other applications or programs on your computer.
How to unblock internet access for an app using Windows Defender Firewall
Unblocking an app's internet access on Windows 11 is just as easy if you change your mind. You can do this by disabling or removing an outgoing Windows Defender Firewall rule. Here's how.
Step 1: Right click on start icon and select Run from menu Which opens.
Step 2: Type wf. msc 1. Open And press Enter To open Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security.
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Besides Windows Defender Firewall, there are several third-party applications that can help you block or unblock Internet access forA specific application on WindowsHowever, it's best to stick to the original options as much as possible.
While you probably don't need to block an app's internet access very often, it's nice to see how simple the process is. Although we've only covered Windows 11 in this article, you can also use the steps above to block or unblock a program's internet access in Windows 10.
