Chrome blocked the file as dangerous - what to do?

When you download some files from the Internet using Google Chrome, you may encounter the fact that the file is not saved, and the browser reports "Chrome blocked the file as dangerous" with the only "Close" button.

In this instruction on what to do if Chrome writes that the file is dangerous, is it worth running such a file and how to disable such warnings if necessary. It can also be useful: the best means of removing malicious programs from a computer.

Why chrome blocks the file as dangerous and how to download such a file

The Google Chrome browser has built-in security features, among which and blocking downloading malicious and potentially unwanted programs that (according to information in Google bases) may contain viruses, collect data, change system parameters and browser. Little-known executable files can also be blocked.

Should the files that block chrome? - For a novice user who is not sure what he is doing is not more likely than yes. For all others: Even if you download such a file, I strongly recommend checking it in the Virustotal online service before starting: If in Virustotal, a large number of antiviruses report the danger of the file, most likely, it can really be malicious.

How to download a file that blocked Google Chrome and save it to a computer:

1. If the bootload panel is displayed at the bottom of the browser, click the Show All button. If you closed it, go to the menu (three points on the right above) and go to "Downloads" item (Also, you can open the Ctrl + J keys with a combination).

   

2. All files will be displayed in the downloads, including blocked chrome. In order for the file to be downloaded and saved on the computer, click the "Save" button.

   

3. Confirm the location of the file by pressing the "Continue anyway" button.

Consider that after saving such a file to a computer, it can be removed by your antivirus, including built-in Windows Defender: If this happens, you can see the logs in the antivirus and, if necessary, allow or add this file to exceptions.

How to turn off the locking blocking of dangerous files in Google Chrome

Before you write to disconnect the blocking of downloading such files in Google Chrome, I will note: I strongly do not recommend this to do - There will be no real benefit from this, and the harm is very likely.

The process of disabling warnings and blocking download consists of the following steps:

1. Go to Google Chrome settings (Settings button - Settings).
2. In the "Privacy and Security" section, open the "Security" item.

   

3. In the "Safe View" section, set the "Protection is disabled".

   

After changing the settings, whatever you download, Chrome will not block the download, but it can make an antivirus on your computer or laptop.