Do I Have Windows Defender on This Computer?

To check whether Windows Defender is already installed on your computer: 1. Click Start and then click All Programs. … Look for Windows Defender in the list presented.

Where is Windows Defender on my computer?

To quickly locate Windows Defender, type Windows Defender into the search text box at the bottom of the Start menu. You should see the Windows Defender icon appear in the search results.

Is Windows Defender active on this computer?

Setting up Windows Defender

To confirm that Windows Defender is working, look for the Windows Defender notification icon on the taskbar. If you see that icon, Windows Defender is active and protecting your laptop. If you don’t see that icon, Windows Defender may still be active, so don’t freak out.