Cause
Solution
You must ensure that all third-party security software is fully uninstalled and that Windows Defender is disabled.Uninstall Competitor Anti-Cheats and AVs
You must fully uninstall the following software from your system, as simply disabling them will not work:
- Riot Vanguard (Valorant)
- FACEIT Anti-Cheat
- Any third-party antivirus (e.g., Bitdefender, Norton, McAfee)
Detailed Preparation Guide
For step-by-step instructions on how to disable Windows Defender and find other conflicting software, view the System Preparation guide.