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<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align:center" id="tag-2">Reasons why Avast blocking my wireless printer</h2>

<p dir="ltr">These antivirus and anti-malware software packages are made to stop anything that seems out of the ordinary, including wireless printers and other gadgets.</p>

<p dir="ltr">You may anticipate that they will prevent outside or external devices from attempting to connect to your laptop or computer.</p>

<p dir="ltr">It is because their primary function is to protect the device on which they are installed.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Reasons why Avast blocking wireless printer" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(13).jpg" style="height:430px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Reasons why Avast blocking wireless printer</em></p>

<p dir="ltr">Simply put, what we intend to say is that Avast doesn't just prevent wireless printers. </p>

<p dir="ltr">It will mostly block websites and webpages that have dangerous material.</p>

<p dir="ltr">But it also excludes some gadgets, among of which are:</p>

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	<p dir="ltr">Cameras</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Audio devices (earphones, headphones, e.t.c)</p>
	</li>
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	<p dir="ltr">Unsafe applications, programs, and websites</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Other Bluetooth-capable gadgets</p>
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</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" id="tag-22">How to fix Avast blocking wireless printer?</h2>

<p dir="ltr">Here are the actions you may do to avoid Avast blocking brother wireless printer, regardless of the manufacturer.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Let's go over the steps:</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="How to stop Avast from blocking website?" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(14).jpg" style="height:400px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>How to stop Avast from blocking website?</em></p>

<p dir="ltr">If you are suffering from slow Wifi speed, you can refer to our guide on how to run a <a href="https://gospeedcheck.com/article/wifi-speed-test-1060">Wifi speed test</a>. You will not disappoint.</p>

<p dir="ltr">And now, get back to the main points!</p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-32">Launch the Avast antivirus program</h3>

<p dir="ltr">Launching and opening the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avast_Antivirus">Avast antivirus program</a> on your computer is the first step. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Open the app or application manually rather than merely using the taskbar.</p>

<p dir="ltr">After it has opened, wait until the initial scans are complete before moving on to the following action, which is…</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Launch the Avast program" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(11).jpg" style="height:462px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Launch the Avast program</em></p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-41">Navigate to Firewall</h3>

<p dir="ltr">The antivirus program's user interface (UI) will appear after it has been launched.</p>

<p dir="ltr">The software would normally open automatically under the Scan tab; to launch it manually, simply select Protection.</p>

<ul>
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	<p dir="ltr">Status, Protection, Privacy, and Performance are displayed on the left. </p>
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	<p dir="ltr">You must choose Protection &gt; Firewall from here.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Check and scan the illustration below for guidance.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Access the Firewall by selecting the second option, "Protection."</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Navigate to Firewall" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(17).jpg" style="height:425px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Navigate to Firewall</em></p>

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<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-59">Create a new Firewall rule</h3>

<p dir="ltr">You can add a new rule by viewing all the various devices that have been previously linked to the network under Firewall.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Take these actions:</p>

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	<p dir="ltr">On the UI's right side, select the gear icon (cog).</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Select <strong>Firewall &gt; View Firewall Rules</strong> from the list.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Next, pick <strong>More</strong> &gt; from the Network Rules menu. Then, <strong>Add New Rule</strong></p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Complete all the fields, including Name, Action, Protocol, etc.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">To save all of these changes, click <strong>Save</strong>.</p>
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</ul>
<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Create a new Firewall rule" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(18).jpg" style="height:357px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Create a new Firewall rule</em></p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-81">Apply and save the changes</h3>

<p dir="ltr">The next step is to apply and save the modifications you've made, although it's certainly not the least important (new Firewall rule).</p>

<p dir="ltr">It won't create the new Firewall rule if you leave it open or close it before you save it.</p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-84">Restart your device</h3>

<p dir="ltr">Of course, to complete and top it all off, restart or reboot your computer to apply the modifications.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Don't overcomplicate things; simply shut it off or shut it down as you normally would. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Turn off your computer for 3 minutes, then turn it back on.</p>

<p dir="ltr">After completing the five steps in this guide, you should be able to use your wireless printer even with Avast running.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Restart your device" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(19).jpg" style="height:364px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Restart your device</em></p>

<h2 dir="ltr" id="tag-93">What to do if Avast is still blocking wireless printer?</h2>

<p dir="ltr">The next two are the best things to do if your Avast is blocking access to wireless network printer even after you've followed all the preceding instructions:</p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-95">Locally use the printer</h3>

<p dir="ltr">Using the printer locally or wirelessly is an additional option. </p>

<p dir="ltr">You only need to turn on your printer after connecting it to your computer with a USB cord to accomplish this.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Select <strong>Settings &gt; Devices &gt; Printer</strong> or Scanner from the menu on your PC. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Your computer ought to recognize the scanner or printer you've connected, at which point you may start using it.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Locally use the printer" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(16).jpg" style="height:745px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Locally use the printer</em></p>

<h3 dir="ltr" id="tag-105">Temporarily disable the antivirus program</h3>

<p dir="ltr">It can complete the task right away even though it is viewed as a shoddy and short-term solution.</p>

<p dir="ltr">By selecting Avast Shields Control from the context menu when you right-click the Avast icon on the taskbar, you can proceed to temporarily disable your Avast antivirus program. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Your program will be disabled at the time you specify.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Disable the antivirus program" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(12).jpg" style="height:235px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Disable the antivirus program</em></p>

<h2 dir="ltr" id="tag-113">How to check Avast is not blocking wireless printer?</h2>

<p dir="ltr">How to stop Avast from blocking my wireless printer? </p>

<p dir="ltr">Avast Firewall Profile Checking Procedure is as follows:</p>

<ul>
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	<p dir="ltr">Search your computer for AVAST, or click on the <strong>AVAST Cloudcare</strong> symbol located on the taskbar next to the time and date.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr">Select <strong>Firewall</strong> from the left menu's Protection category.</p>
	</li>
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	<p dir="ltr">Verify that the arrow under Firewall profile is pointing to <strong>Private Network</strong> and not Public Network.</p>
	</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr">Click a little to the left of the arrow if it is pointing to <strong>Public Network</strong>, as in the example below, to make it point to Private Network. </p>

<p dir="ltr">When Public Network is chosen, you frequently discover that Apps are blocked, which is usually the problem.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><img alt="Check Private Network or not" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240603/avast-blocking0wireless-printer%20(17).jpg" style="height:425px; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Check Private Network or not</em></p>

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