Bitdefender prevents System Restore. What can I do?

Bitdefender’s protection feature can sometimes prevent Windows from completing a System Restore. To resolve this, follow these steps in order:

1. Disable Bitdefender

1. Turn off each Bitdefender feature one by one (e.g., Antivirus, Advanced Threat Defense, etc.) by following this guide.
2. Once all features are disabled, try performing a System Restore (instructions here).
3. After the restore is complete, re-enable Bitdefender features by following the same guide.

If System Restore still fails, try performing it in Safe Mode.

2. Perform System Restore in Safe Mode

1. Press Win + R on your keyboard, type msconfig and press Enter.
2. In the System Configuration window that appears, go to the Boot tab.
3. Check the Safe boot box, then click OK and restart your computer.
4. Once in Safe Mode, try performing a System Restore (instructions here).
5. After the process is complete, press the Win + R keys again.
6. Type msconfig and press Enter.
7. In the Boot tab, uncheck the Safe Boot option.
8. Click OK and restart your computer to boot normally.

If System Restore still doesn’t work, uninstall Bitdefender before attempting it again.

3. Uninstall Bitdefender Before Running System Restore

1. Uninstall Bitdefender using the steps outlined in this article.
2. Restart your PC and try System Restore once more.
3. After restoring your system, reinstall Bitdefender by following this guide.

By following these steps, you should be able to complete System Restore without interference from Bitdefender.