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ConfigureDefender vs DefenderUI: catalog facts
ConfigureDefenderDefenderUI
Free

Free to download from the GitHub repository.

Freemium

The standard edition is free; a Pro edition adds WDAC and sandbox features.

Windows Windows
  • Exposes Defender settings missing from the standard interface
  • Supports Windows 10, Windows 11 and Windows Server
  • Exposes Defender protection settings hidden by Windows Security
  • Free edition covers most home users
  • Only configures Microsoft Defender
  • Strict settings can produce false positives or block legitimate actions
  • Windows 10 and 11 only
  • Closed source
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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