But, it doesn’t necessarily mean the blocked files are always unreliable. Sometimes, Chrome might also accidentally block files that are completely safe.
Why Is My Chrome Blocking Downloads?
How to Stop Chrome from Blocking Downloads?
Here are a few ways you can stop Chrom from blocking downloads:
Chrome thinks the file contains viruses. Chrome assumes the file you want to download might be from an unreliable source. Chrome is unable to read the file. The file might want to make system changes. The file is an unauthorized or insecure copy of the software. The download source/website is known for giving access to risky files.
Turn Off Safe Browsing Mode
Since Chrome is able to block downloads when you have the Safe Browsing mode turned on, all we have to do is turn it off. This is a significant step out of all. Please remember that some settings might have a slightly different name depending on the current version of your Chrome. You can now download the files of your choice without any interruption.
Allow Automatic Downloads
If Chrome is blocking or interrupting some automatic downloads, you can alter some settings in Chrome. You can follow these steps to allow automatic downloads: But, if you’re not sure about the integrity of the files, then it’s best to let Chrome block such files for the right reasons.
Turn Off Firewall and Antivirus
Sometimes, it might not be Chrome’s fault at all while trying to download files. So, if you still can’t download or the file isn’t opening after download, you can try this solution. Whether you use Windows Defender Firewall or any other antivirus software, you try turning it off. Please note that for safety reasons, it’s best to turn this setting back on after downloading files. This is because turning off Firewall might invite unwanted viruses or bugs. Here’s how you can disable Windows Defender Firewall:
Clear Chrome Cache Files
If there is a considerable amount of piled-up browser cache files, it can often crash the browser and may interrupt downloads. So, to fix this, you can try clearing such files that include browser cookies, history, passwords, and such. Here’s how you can do it:Please note that doing this step might require you to sign in again.
Update/Reinstall Chrome
One of the last but most effective solutions is to either update or reinstall Chrome. Performing this step will eliminate any minor bugs and glitches. Usually, Chrome automatically downloads its new version. However, you can always check for any available updates.
How to Unblock Downloads on Chrome?
If you downloaded some files but they still appear blocked and you can’t open them, you can follow these steps to unblock them:Alternatively, if you have multiple files to unblock, you can run a Powershell command. Here’s how you can do it:
