How to Block a Program from Accessing the Internet using Windows Firewall

1- Determine the program you want to block

2 - Launch Windows Firewall from the Control Panel, go for the advanced settings

3 - Click on Outbound Rule

4 - Click Create New Rule

5 - Choose to Block a Program

Follow the prompts and click FINISH and you are done.

[Wayner]

Beautiful video Sakitech. Simple, clear and concise. Top marks for you!

[stevenA]

I had NO IDEA the advanced settings could do this! Thank you!

[raymehrabani]

Thank you. It has been extremly easy, straight forward and useful.

[RakeshD]

Thanks a lot Sakitech
. Just used it for nikon camera control pro software which checks license number validity while it starts.

[Gladingson]

Love your Simple tutorial....You are the BOSS

[erroldillon]

You're the Man! I can't believe how easy this works. I was told today that Windows 10 has this feature built in. Is that true?

[kvalentiin]

finally a straightforward video! Thanks

[zanestrickland]

Thanks man I always used the host folder to block programs.This is much easier:)

[memphismontana]

jesus crist God bless you there should be more people like you I don't know how to thank you enough I was having a problem and with this tutorial I fix it Jesus man you rock God bless you my friend..

[reza]

Thank you so much. It has been a very smooth and useful info.

[wrlk]

You've been an excellent help, thank you very much.

[chazzles]

Very helpful and explained tutorial. Ty!

[sneheshstudy]

how to block anydesk portable (runs without installation) file using windows defender..? please help

[minecraft-for-relaxation]

Some app cannot do this. EX: GOM player, it still appear the Ad when connect to internet. How to solve this?

[vitorhugo-woodstoock]

Hello, how can i block a .vst3 or .dll file? This way is just for .exe files right?

[flat]

Can we block any software which sent signal or ip which using pirated software to software company about using

[smartin.]

It just works but a little effort is needed when compared to using a third-party firewall software.

[zeeshanzaffar]

Thanks that helped me lot. Can we block multiple program at once but not effecting the program I need.
I just can't do it for each of them setting up a rule every time.
Please reply my comment if you know how to.
Thanks in advance.