But sometimes, you may find your Windows Security icon missing from the system tray.
What causes this to happen?
ThisMiniToolpost will show you the reasons and several useful methods.
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In early versions of Windows 10, Windows Security is called Windows Defender Security Center.
This multi-functional tool contains seven practical features to protect your computers away from attacks of viruses and malware.
Then, I will introduce these features to you briefly.
Several reasons will make the Windows Security icon disappear.
Then, I will show you two practical ways to find the missing icon.
Step 2: SelectApps>Startup.
Step 3: Look through the list to find the Windows Security notification icon and toggle the switch toOn.
Way 2: Set via Taskbar
Step 1: Click theStart iconand selectSettingsfrom the Start menu.
Step 2: ChoosePersonalization>Taskbar.
Step 3: Find and tap on theSelect which icons appear on the taskbarchoice.
Step 4: Look through to find theWindows Security notification iconchoice and turn on the switch.
Step 1: PressWin + Rtoopen the Runwindow.
Step 3: Navigate toComputer Configuration>Administrative Templates>Windows Components>Windows Security>Systray.
Step 4: Double-clickHide Windows Security Systraypolicy to edit it.
Step 5: SelectEnabledand clickOKto save the change.
Then, it’s possible for you to check whether the Windows Security icon appears.
you’ve got the option to easily find the missing icon back with the above methods.
