# How to disable Windows Firewall

Wondering why connections aren't working towards your Windows VPS?

To start off, log into your Windows VPS

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 In the **Search** icon (bottom left), type in **Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security**

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 Once you've opened this application, you will be greeted with your Firewall properties. Please click **Windows Defender Firewall Properties**

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In the **Domain Profile** tab, turn the Firewall state from On (recommended) to **Off**

Additionally, turn the firewall staff for the **Private Profile** and **Public Profile** tabs to **Off**

![Domain Profile](/files/-Ma2S7yb0DKQYiF5Aj6K)

![Private Profile](/files/-Ma2SBPAXoPjHKTaeBRH)

![Public Profile](/files/-Ma2SErSzWwPa-ZBa3JM)

 Hit **Apply**, then you're all done!
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