diff --git a/docs/en/FAQ/Defender-exclusions.md b/docs/en/FAQ/Defender-exclusions.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..80de0c24 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/en/FAQ/Defender-exclusions.md @@ -0,0 +1,37 @@ +# How to create exclusions in the Windows Defender Firewall and Antivirus? + +!!! info + + Before tampering with the firewall, make sure that your network within the windows networking settings is set to private (assuming you are in a private network). + + !!! danger ":material-scale-balance: DISCLAIMER:" + + **Firewall exclsuions are a risk**. + + By creating exclsuions, you understand the risks of opening up ports on your home network to the public and therefore void the right to hold BeamMP accountable for **any and all** damages that may happen to you or your household. + + We take no responsibility for any content on any externally linked services or websites. + +## 1. Firewall exclusion for the BeamMP-Launcher. + +1 Open the 'Windows Defender Firewall with advanced settings' +2 In the Window, click 'inbound' to open the inbound exclusions tab. +3 Click 'Create new rule' in the top right to create a new exclusion. +4 Select 'Program' to create a program specific exclusion. +5 Enter the full qualified path towards the 'BeamMP-Launcher.exe'. By default, this would be '%appdata%\BeamMP-Launcher\BeamMP-Launcher.exe' without quotes. +6 Make sure to allow the connection +7 Give the exclusion a name (e.g. 'BeamMP-Launcher') and save it. +8 Restart your PC. + +## 2. Antivirus exclsuion for the BeamMP-Launcher. + +Open the 'Windows Security' app. +Click the first item 'virus and threat protection'. +Scroll down to navigate to the 'Exclusions' tab. +There, click 'create' and select 'process'. +Enter 'BeamMP-Launcher.exe' into the field and save it. +Restart your PC. + +## Still facing issues? + +Open a Thread on the [Forum](https://forum.beammp.com) or on our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/beammp) in the `#support` channel.