Sometimes Controlled folder access can block legitimate apps from writing to protected folders (such as the Desktop, Documents folders etc), and shows the notification Unauthorized changes blocked. Controlled folder access is supported on Windows Server 2019 as well as Windows 10/11.

Enable or disable Controlled folder access using shortcut or command-line What is Controlled folder access in WindowsĬontrolled folder access is an anti-ransomware feature in Windows that helps protect your documents, files and memory areas on your computer from modification by suspicious or malicious apps (especially ransomware).

Troubleshoot: Controlled folder access option grayed out or inaccessible.Allow all blocked apps (interactively) using PowerShell.Allow a specific app (Notepad++) using PowerShell.

Protect additional folders using PowerShell.Enable Controlled folder access using PowerShell.

Manage Controlled folder access Using PowerShell.

Allow recently blocked apps for Controlled folder access.

Allow an app for Controlled folder access.

Enable protection for additional folder locations.

Manage controlled folder access