Can avast blocking windows mail

Avast is a popular antivirus software that can indeed block Windows Mail, but it's not a default behavior. By default, Avast does not block Windows Mail. However, there are some scenarios where Avast might block Windows Mail:

  1. False positives: Avast might incorrectly identify Windows Mail as a malicious program or a virus, leading to blocking. This can happen if the software's detection algorithms misidentify a legitimate program as malicious.
  2. Custom settings: If you have enabled specific Avast features, such as the "Behavior Shield" or "DeepScreen" features, they might block Windows Mail. These features are designed to detect and block unknown or suspicious programs, which could include Windows Mail.
  3. Outdated software: If your Avast software is outdated, it might not recognize Windows Mail correctly, leading to blocking.

To resolve the issue, you can try the following:

  1. Update Avast: Ensure that your Avast software is up-to-date. You can do this by opening the Avast interface, clicking on "Update" (or "Check for updates"), and following the prompts.
  2. Disable Behavior Shield or DeepScreen: If you have enabled these features, try disabling them to see if it resolves the issue. You can do this by going to the Avast settings, clicking on "Protection" (or "Behavior Shield" or "DeepScreen"), and toggling the switch to the "Off" position.
  3. Add Windows Mail to the Avast whitelist: You can add Windows Mail to the Avast whitelist, which will allow it to run even if Avast detects it as suspicious. To do this, follow these steps:
    • Open the Avast interface and click on "Settings" (or "General" or "Protection").
    • Click on "Exclusions" (or "Exceptions").
    • Click on "Add" (or "New").
    • Enter "Windows Mail" in the "Program name" field and click "Add".
  4. Contact Avast support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you can contact Avast support for further assistance. They may be able to help you troubleshoot the problem or provide additional guidance.

Remember to always keep your Avast software up-to-date and configure it according to your needs to ensure optimal protection and minimal interference with legitimate programs like Windows Mail.