How to Find Scan Exclusions in Norton 360?
Norton 360 offers powerful protection against malware, phishing attacks, and malicious programs. However, there are times when you may need to exclude certain files, folders, applications, or processes from scans—especially if they’re safe and Norton flags them mistakenly.
To manage or check these exclusions, Norton provides a dedicated section within its security settings.
Here’s a quick and clear guide on how to find scan exclusions in Norton 360.
What Are Scan Exclusions?
Scan exclusions are files or locations you instruct Norton not to scan.
Common reasons for adding exclusions include:
- Preventing Norton from blocking safe apps or mods
- Improving performance for large development files
- Avoiding false positives during software installations
- Reducing interruptions while running trusted programs
Knowing where your exclusions are stored helps you review, remove, or update them anytime.
How to Find Scan Exclusions in Norton 360
Follow these steps to access your exclusion list easily:
Step 1: Open Norton 360
- Click the Norton icon on your desktop or system tray.
- Launch Norton 360 to access the main dashboard.
Step 2: Go to Device Security or Settings
- On the homepage, click “Device Security” or simply select “Settings” (depending on your version).
Step 3: Open Antivirus Settings
- Inside the Settings menu, choose “Antivirus”.
- This section contains all real-time protection and scanning configurations.
- After entering the Antivirus settings, click the tab labeled “Scans and Risks.”
- “Items to Exclude from Auto-Protect, Script Control, and Download Intelligence Detection”
- “Items to Exclude from Scans”
- To add a new exclusion → click Add Folders, Add Files, or Add Processes
- To remove an item → select it and click Remove
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Step 4: Navigate to the Scans and Risks Tab
This is where Norton lists its scan-related controls, including exclusions.
Step 5: Find Scan Exclusions
Scroll down until you find:
You can select either option to view all current exclusions.
Step 6: Review or Edit Exclusions
Once inside:
This gives you full control over what Norton scans or skips.
Why You Should Manage Exclusions Carefully
While exclusions help reduce false alerts or performance lags, they also skip important security checks.
Adding too many exclusions—or excluding risky files—may expose your system to malware.
Always add exclusions only for trusted, verified files or software.
Conclusion
Finding scan exclusions in Norton 360 is quick and straightforward through the Antivirus Settings menu. Whether you’re troubleshooting, improving performance, or managing safe apps, reviewing this list helps you maintain both efficiency and security.
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