We’re turning on Potentially Unwanted Apps (PUA) blocking by default in Windows 10 starting in August of 2021.

Learn how to fix the error message "Your parent has blocked access to games and apps that aren't published by Microsoft"

Use family settings to block inappropriate apps, games, and media on the Family Safety app.

Learn how to manage app blocking and unblocking using Microsoft Family Safety.

Smart App Control: Use this section to configure Smart App Control, which is a security feature designed to block apps that are potentially harmful, such as those that might slow down your PC, display unexpected ads, or offer unwanted software.

Windows Security has reputation-based protection that can help protect your PC from potentially unwanted applications. Potentially unwanted app blocking was first introduced in the Windows 10 May 2020 update and is turned off by default for enterprise and consumer customers.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus tries to block malware before it can infect your device. Potentially unwanted apps (PUA) aren't malware, but they might display unwanted advertising, secretly use your PC for cryptomining, offer other unexpected apps, or do other things you'd prefer they not do.

Learn how to locate and manage your app permissions on Windows devices. Some apps or games need specific permissions to work properly.

Windows Security has reputation-based protection that can help protect your PC from potentially unwanted applications. Potentially unwanted app blocking was first introduced in the Windows 10 May 2020 update and is turned off by default for enterprise and consumer customers.

Use family settings to block inappropriate apps, games, and media on the Family Safety app.