If Windows Defender is missing and is gone or has disappeared in Windows 11/10, here are some suggestions that are sure to help you resolve the issue.

Using Windows Defender from the Command Prompt provides advanced control and automation capabilities, making it particularly useful for scripting and managing multiple systems.

The Microsoft Defender in Windows Security provides basic protection, while the app with the same name is more advanced and needs to be installed separately.

If Windows Defender is deleting files in Windows 11/10, follow the solutions mentioned to prevent Windows Defender from ...

Windows Defender Capabilities Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a free, built-in antivirus tool that comes with Windows 10 and 11.

Microsoft has confirmed a critical vulnerability in Windows Defender that could leak file content data but advised users to do nothing—here’s why.