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Uninstall Windows Defender in Windows 7

Can Windows Defender be permanently uninstalled/removed from my current Windows 7 installation, it can't be done through the Add/Remove Programs Wizard.

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Guest [Entry]

"I do not think it is possible to completly remove without the aid of a tool such as Vlite.

However, your best bet is to go in to ""Computer Management"" then ""Services"" and set the Windows Defender service to disabled."
Guest [Entry]

You can also go into the Windows Defender GUI an uncheck the option "Use Windows Defender".
Guest [Entry]

See How To Uninstall, Disable, and Remove Windows Defender. Also, How Turn it Off.