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Avast Firewall is Blocking Network Share: 5 Ways to Fix It
Trouble with network sharing? It could be your Avast Firewall settings
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Is the firewall of your Avast blocking the network share process? That’s not new, but there are a few ways to bypass that.
WhileAvast is a strong anti-exploit software for malicious applications/processes and websites, its firewall may sometimes trigger outgoing communication issues.
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What causes Avast Firewall to block network share?
Some of the reasons why the Avast firewall triggers data traffic sharing issues over the network, or blocks the printer are:
Fortunately, we know a few workarounds that will help you resolve the Avast Firewall blocking network share issue.
How do I fix Avast Firewall blocking network share?
Before you try the primary troubleshooting methods, you may try the following:
1. Disable HTTPS scanning in Avast Firewall
Now, check if the Avast firewall is still blocking network share or if the issue is resolved. But if you areunable to turn on the firewall in Avast, you can fix it easily.
2. Change the Firewall network rules
Now, check if network sharing is working or firewall is still blocking it.
Is yourAvast antivirus blocking the remote desktop? Changing the firewall network rules is also applicable in this case as explained in our detailed post.
3. Configure the Avast Firewall settings
Once you have made the changes successfully, the Avast firewall should not be blocking network share anymore.
But, if it’s yourWindows Defender Firewall rule that’s blocking your connection, we have some quick troubleshooting methods.
4. Add exceptions to the Avast firewall
5. Disable Avast temporarily
You may alsostop the Avast secure browser from opening on startupif you suspect it’s instead a virus causing an issue with your PC and network sharing.
Does Avast interfere with the internet connection?
Avast does not block the internet, but it can sometimesblock file downloads, or certain web pages that it may suspect as malicious.
In such cases, apart from following the above methods, you can also update Avast to the latest version as shown below:
Once done, restart your PC and check if the issue is resolved.
At the same time, make sure that you follow our detailed guide toallow programs through Avast Firewallto make sure that it’s not blocking network share.
Alternatively, you can also turn off the Avast Firewall, reinstall the software, orcontact their customer supportfor further assistance.
For any other queries related to Avast, you can feel free to let us know in the comments section below.
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Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
It all started with the evolution of mobile phones and Google, and that has now settled with Windows.
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